Produced (and dated) for trial in 1900, as a replacement for the standard bayonet which could pull double duty as a brush knife. Measuring 13 1/2 inches overall, the 9 inch blade has a deep back clip and a 2 1/2 inch sharpened edge on the spine, with "US" on the right ricasso and "1900" on the left. All of the metal is bright, with standard Krag bayonet hilt. Includes a full metal sheath, which features the distinct ball tip and 100 degree belt swivel.

Excellent. The excellent blade has the original armory bright polish, a few streaks from sheath retracting, and some areas of light pitting. There is some pitting on the mounting hardware. As issued for trial as the blade is unsharpened. The sheath shows 85% blue finish with some patches of spotting on the hanger.