This excellent overview of the famous union zouaves by michael j. It was intended for the us artillery department and never distributed to any civil war. The fullered blade is hand forged and ground, the grip is made of solid brass, black leather scabbard with brass throat and tip, with a brass button for a belt frog. Just like the us 1841, the barrels strength, the mechanical work and the fine finish add to the beauty of the zouave rifle. This was the first book on collecting american bayonets, published in 1964, and. Brownishgreen nylon web bayonet frog to allow the 6h4 akm type ii bayonet to be carried on modern molle load bearing equipment the molle loadbearing system is the western standard, variations of which are used by the usa, canada tactical vest, britain, and many other nato countries. The zouave regiments raised in 1939 for the second world war were the 11th, 12th, 14th, and 21st, all of which were dissolved after the fall of france in 1940. The m1905 bayonet is the core of many bayonet collections. Original brass mounted leather scabbard, stamped on.
This original american civil war zouave bayonet with its accompanying scabbard are in good condition. Get the best deals on civil war bayonet when you shop the largest online. Go to the german bayonets for sale section on the home page for bayonets used by germany. A feature of some american zouave units, at least in the opening stages of the american civil war, was the light infantry tactics and drill they employed. This sword bayonet and scabbard are exact reproductions of the original and are made specifically to fit the reproduction zouave rifle. Hare is an astoundingly nice civil war model 1862 remington zouave sword bayonet complete with a scabbard that is in spectacular condition. This mark indicates that the frog was issued by the bekleidungsdepot des iii, bayerischen armeekorps clothing depot of the iii. The zouave rifle was created for use by soldiers during the civil war and was recognized by experts as one of the better made long arms of that era. There is also the obvious financial benefit of issuing one multipurpose bayonet knife as opposed to multiple knives to confuse and burden todays soldier. This fine replica bayonet is made to fit zouave rifles. Unidentified soldier in union uniform with musket, u. It features a blued barrel and color casehardened lock marked us with the eagle. Civil war bayonet, scabbard, holsters, cartridge box, cap. Federal issue trousers, jarnagin made including braces 34x31.
Civil war bayonet with scabbard m183542 bayonet and scabbard civil war weapon. Get the best deals on reproduction civil war edged weapons when you shop the largest. Exact reproduction of the bayonets for the 1863 remington zouave rifle. Civil war model 1862 remington zouave sword bayonet with leather scabbard. For auction a civil war remington zouave bayonet with the original leather scabbard and frog. Civil war contract remington model 1863 zouave percussion rifle with bayonet and scabbard the model 1863 was manufactured by the remington arms co. This remington zouave bayonet is in good overall condition with wear and aging appropriate for an issued bayonet that saw service in the civil war and possibly for a period of time after that war ended.
The ordnance letters of the period regarding the ames knife suggest provision of the frog used for the artillery musketoon, but also note that the knife will be carried by mounted men, so the frog must keep the knife from causing the horse discomfort. Frog bayonet zouave with buckle heritage militaire. Nov 22, 2017 a beautiful antonio zoli reproduction 1863 zouave. Zouave bayonet for the model 1863 remington rifle this is an original brasshandled saber bayonet for the model 1863 remington zouave rifle measuring 25 overall with a 20 blade. The zouave regiments raised in 1914 for the first world war were the 8th and 9th.
Includes early spec scabbard of wood covered in canvas with metal throat and standard canvas kragstyle hanger. I seem to have fallen into collecting frogs, a bit by default really. Brass handle stamped on top with inspector initials b. Antique style shelby officers confederate cs sword. British bayonets and british scabbards for military rifles and muskets for sale.
M1 garand rifle was first issued with the m1905 16. Us civil war german made bayonet short sword w scabbard. A slot in the ribbed pommel would fit over a stud on the barrel. The mostly clean blade is straight, has not been sharpened, the tip is sharp, has some. I use one set for 50yds and one for 100 yds and will be competing in the nssa nationals next month. According to carter, the bd iii marking, dated 1916, is referred to as a garnitur clothing mark. One of the most useful books about bayonets is finally back in print.
It has a black leather scabbard with brass throat and tip. New us 1862 zouave bayonet no maker with inspector initials b. Field grade reproduction wwii german boot fighting knife and carry scabbard. Zouave us model 1863 rifle, rifles zouave us model 1863 1862. Scabbard has the correct brass drag and throat with brass loop for fastening to the frog. This wwii reproduction bayonet sheath is made of od green hard plastic with od green metal top and belt hanger. There is also the obvious financial benefit of issuing one multipurpose bayonetknife as opposed to multiple knives to confuse and burden todays soldier. Zouave units were then raised on both sides of the american civil war of 18615, including a regiment under ellsworths command, the new york fire zouaves.
Bayonet scabbard for german k98 mauser wwii bayonet. A comprehensive illustrated history of socket bayonets, scabbards and frogs. Original brass mounted leather scabbard, stamped on the frog stud with letter c. Reproduction civil war edged weapons for sale ebay. Zouave us model 1863 rifle, rifles zouave us model 1863.
This bayonet could easily be one made for either the harpers ferry model 1855 rifle, the us model 1841 mississippi rifle, or a host of other rifles that were designed for use with a sword bayonet. The name was also adopted during the 19th century by units in other armies, such as volunteer regiments raised for service in the american civil war and brazilian free black volunteers in the paraguayan war. The scabbard is very solid you cant easily compress it between your thumb and forefingers. German militaria and reference books for sale bayonet. Mar 25, 20 what is the correct frog for the 1849 ames mounted riflemans knife. Civil war bayonet, scabbard, holsters, cartridge box, cap box. Original us civil war remington zouave bayonet no scabbard 24 total. The zouave bayonet is fitted by means of a ring which formed part of the cross guard. I believe this is the 1982 pattern frog but with a press stud rather than the normal velcro fastening for the hilt strap. If you want to collect frogs, then anthony carters book on bayonet frogs is the essential reference, and i have used his references for the frogs shown below cbf xxx, or given credit to the person who has identified a frog not to be found in carter as despite the large number of frogs he has there are many not in the book. Rifles zouave us model 1863 18621865 just like the us 1841, the barrels strength, the mechanical work and the fine finish add to the beauty of the zouave rifle.
The black leather scabbard has a brass throat, with a lug to engage a leather bayonet frog on your leather belt, and a brass. The steel blade is dark and shows evidence of an improper attempt at sharpening along its cutting edge. What is the correct frog for the 1849 ames mounted riflemans knife. Zouave project gutenberg selfpublishing ebooks read. This can be dressed down by someone who knows what theyre doing, i dont. I thought it might have wood inside, but no, just thick leather. The us m7 scabbard for 10in m1 bayonet wwii was introduced at the same time to accommodate m1 bayonets. Most zouave scabbards ive seen have flat tips on the brass end. The imported steel blade is 21 long, straight, with socketed brass grip and pommel, with integral finger guard.
M1 garand rifle was first issued with the m1905 16 inch bayonet. What if any can you fellows tell me about them as far as how they shoot, mfg. Heavy cast brass one piece guard and grip with the lock button frozen into. German prussian m1809 socket bayonet wlocking ring. It measures 16 78 inches overall with a 12 inch blade and 2 14 inch false edge. This bayonet is constructed with the hilt designed to fit onto a rifle muzzle. Product description 20 18 inch blade, no legible markings. This is a very nice cut down blued uc 1942 bayonet with a sharpened blade, blade shows mild runner wear. Civil war bayonet model 1855 sword bayonet reproduction wscabbard and frog. Civil war muskets and riflesfall creek suttlery lds. Walscheid 1840 cavalry blade with a brass bayonet grip. Complete set of bayonet, scabbard, and frog for the 1853 3band enfield long rifle. I was involved in nssa skirmishing, from 1968 through 1975, and still have my zoli zouave.
Attached leather belt frog is complete but shows more use with heavy finish cracking. The large rifle ring approx 20 mm inside diameter fits the 1861 plymouthwhitneyville navy rifle and remington 1863. The black plastic handles show some use but are intact with no cracks, blade is in great shape. The zouave is fitted by means of a ring which formed part of the cross guard. Zouave was the title given to certain light infantry regiments in the french army, normally serving in french north africa between 1831 and 1962.
Full length example with its original brass mounted leather scabbard. This bayonet could easily be one made for either the harpers ferry model 1855 rifle, the us model 1841 mississippi rifle, or a host of other rifles that. Ready for many years of faithful service for the reinactor or collector. Excellent quality reproduction 98k k98 german mauser bayonet frog. Replicated using an original for authenticity and employing the same materials, this is a collector grade reproduction. We feature bayonet replicas, genuine military surplus bayonets, army surplus bayonets and accessories like hard to find scabbards and frogs to accurately carry them.
Zouave bayonet for the model 1863 remington rifle this is an original brasshandled saber bayonet for the model 1863 remington zouave rifle measuring 25 overall with a. This page focuses on world nongerman rare and unusual bayonets and other edged weapons for sale or trade that are in above average condition for the advanced collector. The zouave bayonet was a sword bayonet constructed with a fully formend hilt designed to fit onto a rifle muzzle. Attached to the rifle the bayonet gave close quarters weapons an extra long reach. Birds of prey starling, black canary, katana dc heroes, comic book heroes. This bayonet is an original civil war zouave style saber bayonet. Antique us civil war german made import bayonet short sword w scabbard. Made in italy, 58 caliber, complete with all bullet making accessories, caps, molds. The navy arms zouaves, made by antonio zoli, were allowed and in widespread use by nssa units back at least to the mid1960s. This page focuses on scarce and unusual miscellaneous militaria items like bayonet frogs, flags, badges, pins, letter openers and reference books for sale or trade that are in above average condition for the advanced collector.
It was produced by remington arms company at ilion, new york, by contract with the us government. The third reich issued a large number of edge weapons to the military and civilian organizations. The th zouaves were raised in 1919 and dissolved in 1940. Civil war remington model 1863 zouave rifle feb 24, 2018. The throat piece has a brass button for a belt frog. A civil war sword bayonet, for the 1863 remington contract rifle, more popularly known as the zouave musket.
These items have been described to the best of my ability. Built from a white leatherette for parade or dress use. I also got a non nssa legal zouave carbine that navy arms sold in the 60s that is a 22 inch barrel version that they produced for hunters who liked the shorter gun in the woods. A handsome zouave bayonet and its accompanying black leather scabbard and belt frog. This is a faithful reproduction of this popular musket. Nice original civil war m1861 musket bayonet w maker marked frog r. Mcafee is a great introduction to anyone interested in the history of the zouaves who were originally from france and before the civil war, militias from the united states copied their famous uniforms with many variations of. Mcafee is a great introduction to anyone interested in the history of the zouaves who were originally from france and before the civil war, militias from the united states copied their famous uniforms with many variations of the basic uniform appearance. The zouave bayonet was used during the us civil war. Correct frog for the 1849 ames mounted riflemans knife. The zouave was the remington model 1863, and was not produced until that date. Bayonet scabbard for 98 butcher blade bayonet 26802293.
Hi, i just got a zouave bayonet but the scabbard does not have the flat tip that the zouave scabbards have that i have seen. Spanish rolling block bayonet with scabbard, with locking ring, 24. Stewarts military antiques us civil war zouave bayonet. Civil war model 1862 remington zouave sword bayonet w. Frog bayonet zouave with buckle leather, adjustable with a buckle. Ss5016 brass tips for the enfield bayonet scabbard quickview. Scabbard retains the small brass brads at the drag and at the upper mount, along with the button frog. The bayonet is designed for the 1853 3band enfield long rifle. Us model 1905 near mint bayonet fighting knife knives w scabbard ww2, knives. A dress frog designed to take either the spike bayonet or the britishcanadian no 5 kife bayonet scabbard.
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