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.

Fine, with some light freckling and some patches of minor pitting on the otherwise bright iron, and a few light handling marks in the walnut grip panels with defined edges. Scabbard is also very good, retains 80% original blue finish with brown patina on the balance and scattered mild freckling with a few patches of corrosion visible.