Australia: 1907 Model Bayonet by Orange Small Arms Company

Australia: 1907 Model Bayonet by Orange Small Arms Company in New South Wales. 

The ricasso is marked with the pattern designation and the manufacture date of 11 ’43 (November 1943). The obverse ricasso bears a bend test stamp, Australian Defence Department arrow and the OA, Orange manufacture stamp. The bayonet is complete with its correct No.1 Mk II leather scabbard with a large round frog stud. The leather is stamped MANGROVITE 43. The stitching is intact and strong. The steel locket and chape retain their original blueing and are stamped with the OA, Orange factory mark.