French M 1892 Mannlicher Bertier bayonet. Second model. (ABCN875-6)(K272)(JN73-3)

Mannlicher Berthier carbine M 1892. No serial number. Second model. Superb bright finished square fullered blade with a typical V-form in the spine running all the way to the tip. Two French inspection markings P and C in circles on the ricasso. Excellent bright finished pommel and crossguard with an intact hooked quillon. Long extended muzzle ring. MRD 13 mm. Excellent black composition grips affixed to the blade tang by two small steel pins. Usual small defects around the rivets only.
Excellent blued dents free scabbard with no serial number and two French inspection markings: J and V in circles.

The Second model was adopted shortly before the outbreak of WWI. It differs with the First model by its extended muzzle ring.
Note: After damage during WWI, the fragile composite grips were replaced by wooden grips around 1917. This one escaped.

Very nice example!