British No.9 Mk.I Bayonet

Following the Second World War, Britain began the task of designing a replacement for the much maligned No.4 bayonets. Although the No.7 Mk.I/L bayonet was originally intended to replace the No.4, the War Department subsequently decided not to issue this bayonet with the No.4 rifle. The No. 9 Mk. I was a far simpler bayonet than the No.7, with a sturdy socket pinned to the clip-point blade of the No. 5 Mk. I bayonet. As the No. 9 Mk. I blade was closely patterned on the No. 5 Mk. I bayonet, the No. 5 scabbard was retained for use with the No. 9 Mk. I bayonet. Production commenced in 1947.

This No.9 Mk.I Bayonet is in excellent condition. It has been refurbished at one time, and has not seen use since.