Original Portuguese Kropatschek M.1886 Rifle Bayonet by ŒWG Steyr with Scabbard & Parade Frog Antique Handguns stands for for Victoria Regina

stands for for Victoria Regina

the 334th moved to Andrews Air Force Base in April 1947

The markings were changed to reflect the model and caliber change

There is a bit of pitting right by the hilt

and a "hooked" pommel

Original Portuguese Kropatschek M.1886 Rifle Bayonet by ŒWG Steyr with Scabbard & Parade Frog Antique Handguns stands for for Victoria ReginaOriginal Item. Only one Available. These are extremely scarce and hard to find! This is a very nice Austrian made bayonet for the Portuguese Kropatschek M. 1886 Rifle. The design is relatively standard, with a single edged blade that has a very slight "Yataghan" curve to it. The bayonet comes complete with its original steel scabbard fitted into a very nice white leather parade frog. The back of the blade is marked Steyr 1886., for manufacture by