This French 'bayonet' has a second function, it also is a full size saber. It was mostly used by guards, upon the direct orders of Emperor Louis Napoleon III.
At What Point is it Just a Sword - Arcelin Mousqueton (1850s)
This French 'bayonet' has a second function, it also is a full size saber. It was mostly used by guards, upon the direct orders of Emperor Louis Napoleon III.
9 Comments
Mamertine@lemmy.world · 12 pts · 2y
I'd argue it's a spear. In an open space, spear > sword.
hglman@lemmy.world · 4 pts · 2y
Only in an organized formation. Which is likely how this would have been used.
Ellie_The_Nurse@lemmy.world · 10 pts · 2y
Nothing like a “stab-you-from-across-the-room” bayonet ❤️
FireTower@lemmy.world · 8 pts · 2y
It also carries a very strong "It's not a competition, because you can't compete" energy.
agent_flounder@lemmy.world · 4 pts · 2y
"that's not a bayonet ..." vibes
ThePantser@lemmy.world · 7 pts · 2y
So it fires the sword as a projectile? That would be bad ass.
FireTower@lemmy.world · 7 pts · 2y
This one isn't, this is just a big fuck off bayonet, but if you want to see a ballistically fired blade make sure to join the community because you've given me an idea of something worth posting.
Sertou@lemmy.world · 6 pts · 2y
According to Ian’s video, this example is at the Cody Firearms Museum. I spent several hours there a few years ago and barely scratched the surface of their extensive collection. If you’re ever near Cody, WY and have time, it’s worth the trip.
beebarfbadger@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
A knifle.