Australian WWII SMLE M-1944 Machete Bayonet & Scabbard British Holsters an upward extension of the

an upward extension of the lever pushed the breechblock into battery and acted as a prop to keep it closed

Nicely engraved "Scarlet Scorpion" and "NCO Club" (Non-commissioned officers) "Y

Blade Style: Spike

The action is marked:

also saw action during the war

Australian WWII SMLE M-1944 Machete Bayonet & Scabbard British Holsters an upward extension of theNew Made Item: We haven't seen an original in years, this is a new made high quality reproduction Australian M 1944 Machete Bayonet or Bolo Bayonet for use by Airborne troops on S. M. L. E. #1 Mk 3 Rifles for use in the Jungle War against the Japanese in South East Asia. This high carbon steel blade with oil rubbed wood grips comes complete in jungle green stiff canvas scabbard with belt loop. A very rare bayonet that doubled as a Machete. Quality