402. PARRY RIGHT
a. Execution
(1) If the opponent’s blade is thrust toward the bayonet fighter in a position above the piece of the bayonet fighter, the parry will be to the right.
(2) From the guard position, step forward about 7 inches with the left foot, keeping the right foot as a base.
(3) Extend the left arm outward, to the right and down, engaging the opponent’s weapon and forcing it to the right and down. This is done by pulling the right hand back along the right hip. Ideally, the opponent’s weapon is engaged at the balance of the bayonet fighter’s weapon. The operating handle is pointed toward the deck after the opponent’s weapon is engaged. (See fig. [19].)
b. Move into the Attack and Recovery.
(1) Move directly into the attack rather than returning to the guard position.
(2) Deliver a jab, or step forward with the right foot and deliver a vertical butt stroke.
(3) Recover to the guard position as prescribed in section 3.