Original U.S. Indian Wars M-1855 Bayonet Converted to .45-70 Socket & Compressed - Converted Ca. 1878-1890 - From Collection of American Edged Weapon Museum British Military Hats and original markings still on

and original markings still on the ricasso

also known as the Florida War

The rifle was also noted as being very heavy

Mills (ASN: 0-1178898)

Original U.S. Indian Wars M-1855 Bayonet Converted to .45-70 Socket & Compressed - Converted Ca. 1878-1890 - From Collection of American Edged Weapon Museum British Military Hats and original markings still onOriginal Item. One of a Kind. This is a very interesting bayonet that began life as an M 1855 Bayonet during the Civil War. During the Indian Wars period, particularly during 1878 1890, this bayonet was converted & compressed to a . 45 70 Socket, for use on a Springfield Trapdoor rifle. This example came to us from the Larry Thomas American Edged Weapon Museum in Intercourse, Pennsylvania, further cementing its authenticity and prestige. There is