Canadian Ross Model 1910 Mark II Bayonet

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Here we have a beautiful example of a Ross Model 1910 Mark II Bayonet. Canada formally adopted the Ross rifle in 1905. However, the Ross was not originally equipped to allow attachment of a bayonet. The bayonet was officially adopted in 1908 - although patented prior to that in 1907 - but was not issued in Canada until 1910. These bear the distinctive markings: ROSS RIFLE CO. / QUEBEC / PATENTED 1907 on the pommel, right (obverse); various acceptance/inspection marks can be found. These marks usually consist of: 2-digit date of manufacture; an "arrowhead shape in a circle," the Canadian Government Ownership Mark; a "crown over a number" is a Ross Factory Inspection mark; and an issue date, i.e. 8/13 (August 1913). The 10 inch, The tip comes to a sharp point and the fit is perfectly secured. The blade fits perfectly into the leather scabbard. The scabbard sits perfectly against the steel based hilt. The crossguard is straight. The rectangular pommel has a well working button and is profusely stamped marked. To the obverse, ROSS RIFLE CO. / QUEBEC / PATENTED 1907 on the pommel. To the reverse, very top with the inspectors stamp and arrowhead shape in a circle," the Canadian Government Ownership Mark; a "crown over a number" is a Ross Factory Inspection mark; and an issue date. The two contour grip plates are tightly secured by two screw and spanner nut assemblies. The mortise button and pin are lost. They show the common unit designations to the obverse grip plate. The scabbard holds an integral looped leather frog! It is in soft supple condition. All of the stitching and staples are intact as is the steel pin to the drag. T