British 1855 Lancaster Carbine Bayonet – Sappers & Miners Pattern with Brass Hilt & Scabbard Gun Components designed for the African bush

designed for the African bush terrain

commonly encountered on WWII-period headdress

They are rare and highly collectible for South African militaria enthusiasts

This optical/mechanical sighting instrument was used for indirect fire calculations

S stripper clip pouches and 4 pouch for stick grenades

British 1855 Lancaster Carbine Bayonet – Sappers & Miners Pattern with Brass Hilt & Scabbard Gun Components designed for the African bushA fine example of the scarce 1855 Pattern Lancaster Carbine Bayonet, issued to the Royal Sappers and Miners for use with the two groove Lancaster carbine. This bayonet features the distinctive solid brass hilt, curved quillon, and deeply ribbed leather grips, characteristic of the pattern. The blade retains its original profile with minor age related blemishing but remains polished and well preserved. The makers mark is present but now illegible due