Original U.S. Navy Brass Hilted Yataghan Saber Bayonet for the M-1862 Merrill Naval Rifle French Machine Guns There is definitely no trace

There is definitely no trace of "Russian Model" on this

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The knit cuffs and the waist band appear to be period replacements

underneath the Iron Cross First Class if awarded

Original U.S. Navy Brass Hilted Yataghan Saber Bayonet for the M-1862 Merrill Naval Rifle French Machine Guns There is definitely no traceOriginal Item: Only One Available: These are very RARE! Just about the longest sword bayonet used in the U. S. Civil War, with a 25 1 2" blade and overall length of 30 1 4". This was made for the M 1862 MERRILL NAVY RIFLE, and features a ribbed brass solid grip, including the muzzle ring and cross guard. The top of the grip shows serial number 10085 and the ricasso of the blade is clearly dated 1862. Condition is very nice, with just some light