The American M1 Garand rifle was a staple of the US infantry during WW2. Initially, the M1 Garand rifle utilised the M1905 bayonet with its 16” (41cm) blade shortened to 10 inches (25cm). From 1943, new M1 bayonets were produced with a 25cm blade.
This bayonet was made by the Utica Cutlery Co. The bayonet utilises the hardwood grips of the M1905 suggesting that its manufacture was early in 1943 while stocks of the M1905 bayonet grips were still available. Later production bayonets have plastic grips.
The 250mm single-edged blade has a flat spine above a deep single fuller and terminates in a double-edged spear point. The blade is double-edged for the final 60mm and retains its original factory edges. The blade is in good condition and retains its original black finish with only minor scabbard wear.
The ricasso is stamped with the Utica Cutlery Co. U. C. mark and the US Ordnance Department flaming grenade logo between the “US” government mark.
The walnut grip scales are in excellent condition and are fixed firmly to the tang. The press-stud mechanism is in crisp working order. The bird-beak pommel retains its original black finish with minor wear.
The bayonet is complete with its M7 scabbard which was produced from 1943. The scabbard body is made of resin-impregnated canvas with a metal throat incorporating a wire hook belt hanger. The scabbard is in good condition with minor wear to the tip. The bayonet locks tightly and draws smoothly from the scabbard.
This is a great example of a US WW2 made M1 Garand rifle bayonet.
£195.00
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