Dixie RelicsDixie RelicsThis non-excavated saber bayonet for a Merrill Rifle is in good condition. Blade has been sharpened sometime in its past and discounted. It has a cast brass bird’s head hilt, a 25 1/8 inch blade and an overall measurement of approximately 30-1/8 inches. Its uncleaned blade, with its silver-grey patina, has a spear point and shallow, un-stopped, fuller. The reverse ricasso is dated "1862". The brass hilt has a forward curving lower guard with disc-shaped final. The upper guard has a .890 bore. The grip has a square-ended stud groove. The back strap is hand-stamped with the serial number "10292". The description notes that this bayonet also fits the Model 1841 Mississippi Rifles modified to accept a saber bayonet. This bayonet will be an excellent addition to any Civil War bayonet, weapon, or general relic collection.