Original Russian Model 1891 Mosin-Nagant Socket Bayonet - 2nd Pattern French Uniforms The original steel Nose Cap

The original steel Nose Cap is in the white and is in fine condition with minor brown patina streaks

some of the original markings remain

complete with straps

This can be found on the rims

The pistol is generally in a very good condition regarding the wood and brass mounts and it is the brass mounts that make this item so interesting

Original Russian Model 1891 Mosin-Nagant Socket Bayonet - 2nd Pattern French Uniforms The original steel Nose CapOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a Russian Mosin Nagant Model 1891 socket bayonet Second Pattern designed for the Mosin Nagant Infantry Rifle. These are considered Communist Russian (post 1918) as opposed to Imperial Russian (pre 1918). The post 1918 type or Second Pattern utilizes an integral push button spring latching mechanism instead of a locking ring as on the Russian Model 1891 Mosin Nagant Socket Bayonet (1st Pattern). The tip of