Presented here, in very good condition, is an original, US Model 1855 socket bayonet in its original black bridle leather scabbard. These socket bayonets were made for the .58 caliber rifle / muskets and saw service from 1855 through the end of the Civil War. The term ‘angular socket bayonet’ refers to the type used by infantry soldiers.

Shank of this weapon is at a right angle to the socket, setting the blade away from the bore of the muzzle. Triangular blade exhibits a tapered, spear shape and has a socket locking ring that helps secure the bayonet to the rifle / musket at the muzzle. This handsome specimen is almost 20 7/8” long, ¾” wide and tapers to a point. Socket is 3” long with a bore diameter of 5/8”. Blade displays a light, gray finish with scattered areas of pitting overall. No edge nicks. Bayonet marked with a thin “US” that is over-stamped with two indiscernible letters. Socket edge bears a sub-inspector stamp of “R”.

The matching leather scabbard, with its black leather frog with seven-copper rivets and tapered brass tip, is complete and in very good condition. Leather scabbard body is strong and has no inspector’s stamp or maker’s mark. Body has no flaking but does exhibit some minor surface creasing.

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