Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Trowel Bayonet with Handle and Scabbard German SS Setbacks the French military suffered

Setbacks the French military suffered were more related to strategy

and the back is permanently attached

The rear of the shield would attach to the small fitting on the inside rear skirt of the helmet

and a needle-like tip

The original sweatband is missing

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Trowel Bayonet with Handle and Scabbard German SS Setbacks the French military sufferedOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is one of the most complete 1873 Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 "Trowel" Bayonet offerings that we have had in quite some time! Owning one of these is a must for any serious Springfield Trapdoor collector, and offerings like this do not come by very often at all! Designed to fit a 45 70 Trapdoor Springfield Rifle, these you just don't see anymore, especially in this condition, with all the original accessories.