I picked up an 1886/35 Lebel short bayonet with hooked quillion today at the flea market. It came with a frog which looks to be in good shape but the threads have either broken or simply disappeared from about 50% of the stitching.

Should I replace the stitching or is this one of those no-no's. I personally look at it as maintenance but it's not like it is something I have to do.

If replaced, what would the correct material be and what is the stitch pattern?

The maker mark can just be seen but not read, it is very faint. The leather is pliable but does have a few age cracks in it. It holds its correct form but it an attempt were made to attach it to a belt, it would fall right off. The portion holding the scabbard is in a bit of better shape with original threads still holding the bottom half and the small "belt" loop.
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