1/20, 1095-22-223-7164 Like new. National Stock Number (NSN) 1005-00-017-9701 was assigned to catalog these as: Bayonet M-7 w/Scabbard. SPE7L3-19-P-7158 The M10 Scabbard was both less expensive to manufacture and reduced maintenance costs. This example is a newly-manufactured Second World War M8A1 scabbard that has seen post-War refurbishment. Viz Manufacturing was a highly-sought after defense contractor with a lengthy backlog of electronics orders. Read More Share Item The 1954 contract amount was reported as $94,863. working paper on Columbus Milpar and Manufacturing Co. leather M4 bayonet grip of the Second World War, Fiscal Year 196667 Milpar Contracts That Analysis Suggests Were for M7 Bayonets. Haven't seen an Imperial or Milpar Colt marked to compare. More Items From eBay. 3/09". The muzzle ring is broken, which suggests that this example has seen some rough use. The M3 knife's introduction for infantry use revealed limitations in the M8 scabbard. any body have any pictures of these - thanks Pete. WONDERFUL CASED SET OF ORNATE PERCUSSION MUFF PISTOLS BY GREEN-LONDON. SKIP. Devices Fabrication is the U.S. Army entity responsible for the design and fabrication of training devices such as pugil equipment, targets, rubber ducks (e.g., M4, M16A2, M240B, M60, M249), Improvised Explosive Device (IED) training aids, fox hole stands, weapon mock-ups, and many other devices. The M5 bayonet is noteworthy in that, save for the blade, the remainder of the bayonet's parts are almost all stampings. It is made by impregnating beech veneers of 0.2 to 0.3 mm. Fraser had hundreds of government contracts and was most well-known for its design and production of vehicle mounts for machine guns. My research (below) adds a few more details regarding their post-War production and my working paper on the Post-War Trajectory of Beckwith Manufacturing Co. adds some new information regarding Beckwith's and Victory Plastics' final years. Naval Academy from Mc Kee, Inc. of Savage MD, (an obvious reference to the late Clint McKee, founder of Fulton Armory). Columbus Milpar & Manufacturing Co.: 196167 SKIP. These included leftover subassemblies from Victory Plastics Co. (whose factory closed in 1964) and subassemblies supplied by Viz Manufacturing Co. The company's name was actually Molded Insulation Co., Inc. from 1932, when Victor I. Zelov acquired it from the Bendix Corp., until 1965, when he formally changed the corporate name to Viz Manufacturing Co., Inc. Initial deliveries were to begin by July 15, 1961, followed by 31,000 bayonets per month until completion. Cunningham reported a total of 112,400 produced by Imperial in his 1996 book. DAAF0367F0002, 10955080339 The company trademarks were purchased by investors, who still use the Schrade trademark on commercial products made in China. This example is likely from one of the 1973 contracts, with the traditional near-90-degree edge runout. Blade is in very good condition with no chipping. This contract was not identified in Cunningham. Read more about the Working Home's production of scabbards in my article:M8A1 Scabbards Produced at the Pennsylvania Working Home for the Blind. SKIPH, I have a Colt-marked M7 that is marked "Made in Germany" and a M8A1 scabbard also marked "Germany". 1956, incorporating an improved latch design. The M7 bayonet was used by the U.S. Military for the M16 rifle during the Vietnam War. Recent discoveries found two production contracts awarded to Victory Plastics during this period: 1) A $220,000 Army contract for scabbards with an initial delivery date of March 1953 noticed in the week-ending October 1, 1952, issue of Public Contracts Bulletin; and 2) A $155,000 procurement contract for "M8A1 Scabbards" sometime during January-June 1954 reported in the August 18, 1954, Congressional Record. Scabbard bodies from this contract were also marked on the reverse with the Defense Acceptance Stamp (DAS) using a -inch rubber stamp with black ink. General Cutlery obtained used bayonets returned by foreign countries from the Civilian Marksmanship Program and refurbished them. In place of a muzzle ring, the crosspiece had a steel stud that inserted into the M1 rifle's gas cylinder lock screw. Crosspiece: "US M6" and "MILPAR COL" and Defense Acceptance Stamp (DAS), Blade: Colt 'rampant horse' logo, followed by "Colt's 62316," Hartford, Conn USA". The example pictured at left was packaged in November 1970, as U.S. involvement in Vietnam reached its peak. The 179th served in both World Wars and the Korean War. These procurements stipulate that Ontario Knife Co. be the supplier. The bayonet was manufactured under the Colt contract by the Imperial Knife Company. What are they worth un issued? Here's what I found interesting. This figure was based on Viz Manufacturing Cos 1969 scabbard contract, which has since been proven to have been for plastic M1917 bayonet scabbards. I once witnessed a honor guard Marine slam the trunk lid of a car on the muzzle of a M14 rifle with the M6 bayonet attached. both made in Germany. 1937 GERMAN LUGER S/42 9MM SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL. Other than some verdigris around the brass rivets and glove fastener, the scabbards remain perfectly preserved after more than 50 years in storage. Cunningham reported quantity of 45,800. Bayonet Knife, M7 Later M8A1 scabbards were manufactured with a modified extended tab on the web hanger to provide more clearance for the M5 bayonet which rubbed against the wider bayonet handle. B2005-MAL. The bayonet was manufactured under the Colt contract by the Imperial Knife Company. The M7/M10 combo was made 200610 under this contract, with a total of 90,000 delivered. In terms of quantity, this is the largest single post-War bayonet order placed by the U.S. government to the present day. It also comes with a unique crinkle finish scabbard. Restraining Lace used with the M8A1 Scabbard. Is the back cut of the blade 90 degrees or rounded out? The M7's release mechanism is on the pommel, while the M6 has a spring-loaded lever near the guard that when depressed releases the bayonet. in Ankara (Makina ve Kimya Endustrsi Kurumu, in English, Mechanical and Chemical Industry Corp.). This quantity is consistent with the total amount paid under the contract, so appears correct. I've totally exhausted every resource for Colt M7s that I know of. The M7 bayonet (NSN 1095-00-017-9701) is a bayonet that was used by the U.S. military for the M16 rifle, it can also be used with the M4 carbine as well as many other assault rifles, carbines and combat shotguns. Steel, brass, and wood replica model of a French. 407,000 bayonets were eventually procured under this contract. I made an inspection slit in package to verify the manufacturer. Contract SPM7L1-11-M-D867 was awarded in August 2011. "1005-073-9238" over "Bayonet, M7" over "1 Each" over "DAAF-01-69-C-0224" over "A". After reading your description for the third time, I think your saying that the ( M7) is on the guard where the makers name is usually found. Procurements resumed in 2018 via a set-aside program benefitting service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. This quantity is consistent with the amount paid under these contracts. The M16 bayonet was originally designed by Colt & appeared to have been based on the US M4 .30cal carbine bayonet of WWII origin. It is made extremely well, probably one of the best quality M7 bayonets made. Victory Plastics closed, followed by the 1965 sale of its plastic molding machinery and building. For more information go to -, MISSION FIRST TACTICAL BATTLELINK MINIMALIST STOCK MIL SPEC, AR15 Bolt Carrier Group 5.56/ 300B.O W/ Charging Handle, Sylvan Arms GEN 3 AR Side Folder Stock Adapter, DPMS AR15 MOE Lower Build Kit W/ Panther Polished Trigger, Colt LE6920CK Upper Conversion Kit W/ Handguard, Colt King Cobra Carry .357MAG Revolver- KCOBRASB2BBS. DAAA09-87-C-0130 One thing for sure, there seems to be some variety between the ones we've discussed so far. TY 1-CL B-ST-2 This quantity is consistent with the amount paid under the contract. Milpar was the low bidder, however, federal contracting officials had finally lost patience with Milpar's late deliveries and quality control problems. 1 Ea. Plastic training aid bayonet used by the U.S. Army at Ft. Benning, GA. Note how the label printed on the plastic wrapper has General Cutlery's CAGE Code 20014; and the adhesive label below has the Lan Cay, Inc. contract number. When M8 scabbards were modified, the original throatpiece markings were not changed. U.S. ARMY Colt M7 Bayonet & M8A1 Scabbard, very good condition, may show some scuffing and rub marks from age. According to Cunningham, Milpar delivered 182,804 M6 bayonets during fiscal year 1964 (7/1/63 to 6/30/64) under contract DA-11-199-AMC-270. M10 scabbard components are, essentially, commodities. I pulled the blade out far enough to see the Colt emblem and germany mark at the base of the blade and thats it. "1005-722-3097-B008 Carrier measures 10.50in. The bayonets and scabbards, themselves, are marked like all other Ontario examples. US MILITARIA FORUM - COLLECTORS PRESERVING HISTORY Here you go. DAS). These bayonets first surfaced in 2017, about the time Turkey returned 13,000 M1 rifles to the U.S. Government. Imperial Schrade Corp. was the successor to Imperial Knife Co. Hauser Products, Inc. was low-bidder for this contract, but their bid was rejected on a technicality, per the Government Accountability Office (GAO). They will go up in value rapidly after this current batch dries up. Imperial Knife Co. of Providence, Rhode Island was awarded a total of six M7 bayonet contracts 197384. Since 2003, Ontario Knife Co. has been the sole producer. DAAA09-88-C-0366 The blade is marked "Colt 62316". Much darker finish. GI M8A1 Sheath Made in West Germany . (187mm.) This example has an October 1968 packing date. Has provision for attaching the M8A1 scabbard to allow carrying of the bayonet as well. The throatpiece and scabbard body have been painted. http://www.usmilitariaforum.com/forums/indew_post&f=8. During the 1970s and 1980s, the U.S. Government repackaged existing stocks of unissued M7 bayonets with an unissued M8A1 scabbard. One edge is sharpened its full length while the opposite side of the blade has approximately 3 inches sharpened. COLT MARKED M7 BAYONET 62316 WITH M8A1 CRACKLE SCABBARD **ORIGINAL**:$140.00. Conetta Manufacturing Co.: 196669 Made by Carl Eickhorn Waffenfabrik of West Germany in the late 1970's to fit the G3 rifle as well as the M16. Though they did not develop it, for a long time Colt was also primarily responsible for allAR-15andM16 rifleproduction, as well as many derivatives of those firearms. The early version M8 scabbard only a had a belt loop and lacked the double hook that earlier bayonet scabbards had for attaching to load carrying equipment such as the M1910 Haversack. A total of 28 M7 bayonet contracts appear to have been let. Fraser Manufacturing Corp. of Lexington, Michigan, was awarded contract DAAF-01-72-C-0188 in October 1971. "1005-00-073-9238 About 80,000 were produced. Imperial Knife Co.: 196263; 196768 Blade: Colt 'Rampant Horse' Logo, followed by "Colt's 62316", over "Hartford, Conn. USA", over "Made in W-Germany." Crosspiece: "US M7" This style of bayonet was used in the Vietnam war on the M16 Rifle and M4 Carbine, it could also be found on the combat shotguns of the era (Model 12, Ithaca 37, and Mossberg 500). Ontario Knife Co. 2V376: 198788; 2001; 200311; 201820. FINE REMINGTON – ELLIOT’S PATENT RING TRIGGER FOUR SHOT DERRINGER. Honor guard bayonets have a hard life. forgot its square cut. Hard evidence is lacking regarding who supplied the Working Homes subassemblies. This example is from the last M7 bayonet prime contract awarded to Ontario Knife Co. More recent contracts were fulfilled by Ontario via a middleman who served as prime contractor. Plastic Wrapper: 20 (Feb. 13): The National Military And S, Arms And The Man Vol. JUMPMASTER 1978 Bayonet-knife for use on the caliber .3006 M1 Garand rifle. Bayonet-Knife - M6 My working paper on Columbus Milpar and Manufacturing Co. provides a history of Milpar and its bayonet production. Cunningham reports various figures for the delivery quantity: 24,400; 56,801; and 81,201 (sum of the first two). Co. This example is from the first M5A1 bayonet contract awarded to Imperial Knife Co. J & D Tool Co. of Stamford, Connecticut was awarded two M5 bayonet contracts: DA-19-058-ORD-7889 in December 1954 and DA-11-199-ORD-2 in 1956. The only replaceable part was the restraining lace. Internally, the latching lever has been extended (perhaps stretched) at the rear to engage the bayonet lug much closer to the bayonets butt plate than on the M6. I'm pleased with my bayonet, but am on a quest to find out more. Grips are complete and tight with NO cracks or chips. Two production variants exist. Columbus Milpar & Manufacturing Co.: M5A1 196269. Wilson-Duggar Co. of Jasper, AL, was formed in 1961 to manufacture magnetic toy building blocks. Crosspiece: "M5" and "Imperial" and Defense Acceptance Stamp (DAS), Crosspiece: "M5" and "J & D Tool Col" and Defense Acceptance Stamp (DAS), Crosspiece: "KM5A1" and "DYW" and 'figure8' symbol. If this item contains incorrect or inappropriate information please, Relevant Although Viz only produced M8A1 scabbards 196263, it appears that Viz and its owner, Victor I. Zelov, continued to influence M8A1 scabbard production until the last government-contract M8A1 scabbard was produced in 1970. When found to be unserviceable (e.g., crack > in. DAAA-09-88-C-0129 DAAFO3-73-D-1030, 1005-073-9238 In 2020, original manufacture heat-sealed cellophane packages containing VIZ M8A1 scabbards labeled with aa August 1962 contract date and March 1963 packing date were discovered by collector/researcher Boyd M. Jenkinson, Jr., conclusively proving that Viz Manufacturing Co. produced M8A1 scabbards much earlier than was previously understood. However, the M4 crosspiece is quite crude and the DAS is struck uncharacteristically deep, so may be of local manufacture instead of a USGI part. Contract DAAA09-85-C-0540 was awarded in March 1985. 2) replace the barrel with a 14.5 and permanently fix a longer FS to it to give you 16" length. This self-imposed workforce ceiling would later constrain M8A1 scabbard production, likely contributing to adoption of the M10 scabbard. Evidence is both supportive and unclear regarding this timeframe. No record of this contract had been found until the example pictured at left turned up in sealed packaging. Although a very cool-looking bayonet, these are neither rare, experimental, military, nor worth big bucks. See my working paper on Columbus Milpar and Manufacturing Co. for a history of Milpar and its bayonet production. Stamped "COLT MADE IN GERMANY" on bayonet and "U.S. M8A1 GERMANY" on scabbard. Some M10 Scabbards bear an additional CAGE Code, 19204, representing US Army, Rock Island Arsenal, IL, the government agency overseeing the procurement. Garys research can be found in his books and findings of both on Frank Trzaskas great site, http://usmilitaryknives.com. The number of scabbards produced under General Cutlery's three contracts is not known. Click below to begin your paid subscription. Cunningham reported a total of 33,500 produced by Hauser in his 1996 book. Ontario Knife Co. is the only producer of the M7/M10 combo. You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. This example was packaged in October 2011. Wilson-Duggar Cos. Based on the $240,000 paid under this contract, the quantity was likely in the 35,00040,000 range. overwritten by 2/89". The Working Home operated from 18741979, as a sheltered workshop that provided employment for visually-impaired people. General Cutlery, Inc. is reported to have supplied upwards of 5,000 bayonets used by military honor guards, beginning with the inauguration of President Clinton in 1993 through the inauguration of President Obama in 2009. Fraser Manufacturing Corp.: 197172 Bayonet-Knife - M6 The bayonet's grips are made of cast aluminum, painted black. This is explained by some WD-marked scabbards having subassemblies with Victory Plastics Co. markings (the Vp mark on the underside of the steel top plate and Vp mold mark on the reverse of the plastic body), while others are found with a VIZ/WD marking where the WD was apparently added to an existing VIZ-marked throatpiece. Imperials last prime contract was in 1985 for the M10 Scabbard. Utica Cutlery's 1945 contract priced the M1 bayonet at $2.78. This album contains pics/info on US military bayonets for the M16 series along with brief info on a few M7 "variants" that occasionally are offered as US military. The manufacturer symbol used by Wilson-Duggar Co. was WD. M7 Bayonet made in Germany for COLT by Eickhorn (Solingen) marked "COLT" and "MADE IN GERMANY" on the ricasso, fits the M16 rifle, in black plastic scabbard marked "U.S. M8A1" (but not Made in Germany) on the throat. Several variations of this mark exist. Pennsylvania Working Home for the Blind: PWH 196568; TWB 196970. It has been used since the 1970s on repacks of existing M7 bayonets that combined the bayonet and a M8A1 scabbard into a single carton. The wrapped bayonets were packed 50 to a carton. This manufacturers identity was a mystery for decades until it was re-discovered in 2021. A/7/68, 10955080339 The curved edge runout seen in images at left is typical of later Imperial M7 bayonets from the 1980, 1893, and 1984 contracts. These bayonets are very well made, exhibiting a level of fit and finish not found on U.S.-made examples. Sign up for a new account in our community. The open carton reveals two scabbards inside a heat-sealed cellophane wrapper. The 179th also served in Bosnia in 2000 as part of the UN Peacekeeping mission, the Iraqi Surge of 2008; and, subsequently in Afghanistan. Still not conclusive by any means, we need a lot more info. This and the subsequent pages illustrate some of the more commonly encountered M5, M5A1, M6, and M7 bayonets and foreign copies. Edwin Beckwith served as president of Victory Plastics Co. for its entire 23-year existence. Anyone else have a Colt M7 available for comparison, especially a known military version. FCSM: 19204 P/N 1100077 M8A1 Scabbards produced during the Vietnam War Era are found with the following manufacturer symbols: PWH, TWB, VIZ, VIZ/WD, and WD. Imperial Knife Co. was awarded contract DAAF-03-67-C-0069 in April 1967. Instead of being on the bottom of the guard (under the blade, as pictured in Gary's book), its on the right side of the guard next to the blade (below) as you look at it with barrel ring to left. It's where you would normally find "BOC", or Milpar, or Imperial. Wilson-Duggar Co. was awarded a contract to produce M8A1 scabbards on July 12, 1963, prevailing over both Viz Manufacturing Co. and Victory Plastics Co. Wilson-Duggar Co. produced M8A1 scabbards in 1964, possibly into 1965. I opened the bid high so as to not set a reserve. Skip I've had my eye's open for any supporting information on what you have. Some of the labels feature the European spelling "Bajonet," suggesting that some of the repackaging work may have been contracted out to firms there. Sold individually. Eickhorn-Solingen Ltd. (7) Price - Display per page. Replacement restraining laces were packaged as single laces for this purpose. Under J & D Tool Co's. A local, Fremont, OH, welding shop performed welding and fabrication work needed to refurbish the bayonets. Cunningham indicates a total quantity of 310,000 from Conetta's two 196669 M7 contracts. A /88 overwritten by 11/89". You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. This example is from the first M7 bayonet contract awarded to General Cutlery. Victory Plastics' first post-War M8A1 scabbard production contract has long been attributed to 1953. Fullered blade with nearly all its original bright finish and no sharpening. Bayonet M-7 w/Scabbard It looks like the W. Germany bayonet, but omits the German part. U.S. government contract scabbards are molded of black plastic (other colors are commercial production). Genuine 1951 Dated Army Knife With Bakelite Handle German Sheath Knife New Current Issue German Sheath Knife. The M4 (M1/M2 carbine), M5 (M1 rifle), and M6 bayonet (M14 rifle), are all derived from the World War II M3 fighting knife. It's easy! Bayonet/Knife Conetta Manufacturing Co. of Stamford, Connecticut, was awarded two M7 bayonet contracts: DA-11-199-AMC-723 in June 1966 and DAAF-01-68-C-0431 in December 1967. They're still seen on a regular basis on eBay and it the Shotgun News. It has a complete weld on both sides of the tang, at the guard. Columbus, Ohio This example has an October 1963 packing date, which means that the contract was likely awarded in spring 1963. The M4 crosspiece on this example bears the 1/8-in. This example is unit-marked, something not officially done in the U.S. Scabbard is the correct model with proper pebble graining and marked "USM8-A1". Haiti received 799 M1 Garand rifles prior to 1963 via the U.S. Military Assistance Program (MAP), just before U.S. government aid was cut off by the Kennedy Administration over the increasingly corrupt and repressive actions of Haitian dictator, Franois "Papa Doc" Duvalier. In 2010, the Navy procured M1 Garand bayonets without scabbard for the U.S. Information is from this website: http://www.nirvi.fi/nnbm/page135.html#top More Loading. These showed up on the commercial market a few years ago. Or $150 for both, shipping included. For example, Viz Manufacturing Co. had supplied some of the subassemblies used by the Working Home's immediate predecessor, Wilson-Duggar Co.; the Working Home was located only 9 miles from Viz Manufacturing Co.; and, the owner of Viz Manufacturing Co., Victor I. Zelov, served on the Working Home's Board of Managers from 1965 thru at least 1967. Brand new. This product can expose you to Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. DAAF0169F8756 This example is from the second M7 bayonet contract awarded to General Cutlery, contract DAAA09-87-C-0931. Love to see a picture if possible. Scabbard is in good condition with minimal scratching on surface. The blade has the characteristic AES plum-colored finish and the unique Haitian serial number. Made in Germany, its overall length is 11.75-inches, and its blade measures 6.625-inches. Leather scabbard marked 120.R.14.173 for Wurttemberg. This contract included 90,000 of the M7 Bayonet/M10 Scabbard combo and 1,497 M10 Scabbards packaged individually. Colt's earliest designs played a major role in the popularization of therevolverand the shift away from earlier single-shot pistols. THX SKIP. 56,801 is consistent with amount paid, so is likely correct. Aerial Cutlery Co.: M5 1954; M5A1 ca. When the 45th Infantry Division moved to Korea in December, 1951, it was the first National Guard division to go into combat in Korea. It is believed that approximately 33,000 m/62 bayonets were procured by Denmark. A-1-C /62 10955080339-B008 This contract was for the M7 bayonet without scabbard. NATO caliber C7 (M16) assault rifle. 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