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 3/4 inches overall, the 9 inch blade has a deep back clip point 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 a pair of smooth wood scales completing the grip. With a full metal sheath, which features the distinct ball tip and 100 degree belt swivel.

Exceptionally fine, the metal components including the excellent blade showing almost entirely bright with the primary edge appearing to have never been sharpened. The grip scales are very fine with some scattered minor handling marks. The scabbard is also very fine retaining 80% of the original blue finish and the balance having thinned to mostly a smooth grey patina.