Australian WWII SMLE M-1944 Machete Bayonet & Scabbard British Holsters The zipper is complete and

The zipper is complete and functional

The action is marked:

On final acceptance

an upward extension of the lever pushed the breechblock into battery and acted as a prop to keep it closed

Blade Style: Spike

Australian WWII SMLE M-1944 Machete Bayonet & Scabbard British Holsters The zipper is complete andNew Made Item: We haven't seen an original in years, this is a new made high quality reproduction Australian M 1944 Machete Bayonet or Bolo Bayonet for use by Airborne troops on S. M. L. E. #1 Mk 3 Rifles for use in the Jungle War against the Japanese in South East Asia. This high carbon steel blade with oil rubbed wood grips comes complete in jungle green stiff canvas scabbard with belt loop. A very rare bayonet that doubled as a Machete. Quality