{"product_id":"wwi-french-m1886-rosalie-lebel-bayonet-modified-gs00918","title":"WWI French M1886 \"Rosalie\" Lebel bayonet Modified GS00918","description":"This French bayonet is designed like a crucifix (cross-shaped) with a spike blade tip.  It was made this way for the French infantry for a longer reach in battle.  \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThis model bayonet is the same used by the soldiers that are buried within their trenches covered by war explosions with their bayonets sticking out of the ground.  Now a memorial for those who died at this  location. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEarlier versions had German silver (nickel alloy) handles; later ones were either brass or iron. This one does have the brass handle and is modified. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNicknames: Known as \"Rosalie,\" a popular term of endearment, and by the Germans as Zotav 102(F) when repurposed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere are imprints on the ring \"20528\" and an \"A, B,  \u0026amp; S, B\" in script. \u003cbr\u003eMeasurements: blade - 20 1\/2\" long.  1\/2\" socket diameter. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNote: Materials, handling, shipping, insurance and postage included with price. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is just one example from thousands of unique architectural items we have in our shop!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGovernor's Architectural Salvage has been in business for over 50 years.  One of central Virginia's best kept secrets, we are right outside of Richmond in Mechanicsville, VA. We appreciate the opportunity to earn your business. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Governor's Architectural Salvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51723140694247,"sku":"GS00918","price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/1776\/4327\/files\/f9e988ff-428c-5df3-977b-bc995171bd60.jpg?v=1768662108","url":"https:\/\/governorsantiques.com\/products\/wwi-french-m1886-rosalie-lebel-bayonet-modified-gs00918","provider":"Governor's Architectural Salvage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}