FRANCE Saber-bayonet of test Camp of Châlons. Model of transition between the saber-bayonet model 1842, considered too heavy, and the model 1866 Chassepot. Brass handle with wooden plates fixed by screw and rivet. T-slot continuing in the cruise. Push button and long spring for external release. Crossbar with small quillon curved towards the handle. Yatagan blade with gutter on each side, stamped on the heel and engraved "Mre Impale de Chatt June 1866". Sheet steel scabbard. Lt : 697 mm - Ll : 575 mm - ll : 30 mm - Dd : 17,3 mm B.E.