The last M8A1 Scabbards produced cost $1.60 each. The spacer and crosspiece were welded to the vestiges of the original crosspiece, then the M4 crosspiece ground narrow to resemble the wartime M4. DAAA09-87-C-0130 Delivery Details. The M5A1 was adopted ca. HALF-GUARD (LOGO & TEXT) Half crossguard Colt marked M7's were made to fit the M-16, G3, and HK33 rifles. The M7 has the same two-lever locking mechanism as the M4, that connects to a lug on the M16 rifle's barrel. Milpar had production quality issues from mid-1966 onwards that culminated in a government-ordered shutdown of bayonet production in February 1968. If Wilson-Duggar Co. had manufactured its own subassemblies, both factories could have produced scabbards concurrently. These procurements were reported to have been facilitated by a historian. Homer Brett indicated that he facilitated procurement of honor guard bayonets from General Cutlery for the Army, Navy, Marines, and Coast Guard through 2009. Note how the cardboard box is ink-stamped with the Defense Acceptance Stamp (DAS). A local, Fremont, OH, welding shop performed welding and fabrication work needed to refurbish the bayonets. "1005-336-8568 Contract DAAA09-85-C-0540 was awarded in March 1985. any body have any pictures of these - thanks Pete. The M7 was also manufactured in Canada, West Germany, the Philippines, Singapore, Israel, South Korea and Australia. DAAFO3-73-D-1046. Bayonet-knife for use on the 7.62mm. 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. Wilson-Duggar Co. of Jasper, AL, was formed in 1961 to manufacture magnetic toy building blocks. A-2/77 C-14. Since the M1 Carbine was still in use, it made more sense that the M7 bayonet use the same black plastic grip parts already adopted for the post-war M4 bayonet. Co. It is likely that the curved runout, conventional blade stamping process, and other manufacturing variations were introduced at this point, although the specific production line changes have not been documented. 1 ea. DAAF03-73-D-1030-0001 Other manufacturers included Carl Eickhorn [for Colt], Columbus Milpar & Mfg. This contract was not identified in Cunningham. CAGE: 2V376 P/N 8427025 A calendar year 1963 Small Business Administration (SBA) report indicates that Milpar was awarded a contract for $365,458. Scabbard, Bayonet-Knife, M8A1 But, it is a blade marked Colt made in W. Germany. Stamped "COLT MADE IN GERMANY" on bayonet and "U.S. M8A1 GERMANY" on scabbard. DAAA09-85-C-1316. These blades do NOT have a Colt (manufacturer of the M16) and Ontario Knife Company made many of the M7 bayonets for the military and continue to make and sell them commercially. These have the Colt "Rampant Mustang . 1867 Model Bayonet with Scabbard, German, WWI, A BAVARIAN M1898 MAUSER BAYONET C.G. U.S. ARMY Colt M7 Bayonet & M8A1 Scabbard, very good condition, may show some scuffing and rub marks from age. The above findings documented by the Government Accounting Office show that Milpar's bayonet delivery problems existed from the very beginning. These were catalogued under NSN 1005-00-017-9701: Bayonet-Knife M7 with Scabbard. This is how VZM came to be used on M1917 scabbards. "1005-00-073-9238 The cartons pictured at left each contain two M8A1 scabbards assembled at the Pennsylvania Working Home in 1968. The question I have is the M7 stamp. SABC Journal Volume 91, Spring 2015). "1005-073-9238" over "Bayonet, M7" over "1 Each" over "DAAF-01-69-C-0224" over "A". Victory Plastics' first post-War M8A1 scabbard production contract has long been attributed to 1953. Some unanswered questions still remain. 1 Ea Contract SPRDL1-18-P-0495 was awarded to Aces Enterprises, LLC of Dunlap, Illinois, in September 2018. However, based on the dollar amount of the orders ($99,000) and the value attributed to M7 bayonets provided to foreign governments in 197172 (averaged $2.44 each), the number of bayonets produced appears to be in the neighborhood of 40,000, which explains their scarcity. One edge is sharpened its full length while the opposite side of the blade has approximately 3 inches sharpened. The significance of this mark is undocumented, however, it is most likely related to hardness testing. When M8 scabbards were modified, the original throatpiece markings were not changed. It was introduced in 1964, when the M16 rifle entered service during the Vietnam War. M8A1 scabbards were packaged in pairs, so these were removed from their original packaging, wrapped individually in a piece of brown Kraft paper, and inserted into a cardboard carton with the bayonet. Probably looking at some of the same places you've been. Older M1, M5A1, and M6 bayonets are still used by the military services for ceremonial purposes. When the 45th Infantry Division moved to Korea in December, 1951, it was the first National Guard division to go into combat in Korea. Production can easily be scaled to whatever quantity is required without encountering difficulties in obtaining specialized components, as had occurred with the M8A1 scabbard. This bayonet and scabbard are crude copies of the U.S. M5 bayonet and M8A1 scabbard. It is well-documented that the Pennsylvania Working Home consumed all of the plastic scabbard bodies that could be externally-supplied and would have utilized even more if they were to be had. 2 days Left Vintage San Antonio Alamo Leather Holster. National Stock Number (NSN) 1005-00-017-9701 was assigned to catalog these as: Bayonet M-7 w/Scabbard. The belt strap assembly marking shows that it was treated with a Moisture Fungus Proofing chemical in March 1953. Colt Reproduction M7 Bayonet w/ M10 Scabbard. This was done to better accommodate the M5 bayonets wider crosspiece. "A TRUE AMERICAN COMBAT HERO" THE COLT M7 BAYONET FOR THE M16 RIFLE, WARNING: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 Utica Cutlery's 1945 contract priced the M1 bayonet at $2.78. Marv- We have two slightly different variations, both without the retaining bar. Ontario had five subsequent contracts that included M10 Scabbards. This substantially reduced costs. Production under both contracts appears to have occurred contemporaneously. GERMAN MADE COLT M7 BAYONET WITH M8A1 SCABBARD. Contract SPE7L3-19-P-7158 was awarded to Harris Support Services LLC of Mosley, Virginia, in July 2019. "1005-722-3097-B008 58,100 bayonets were reportedly delivered under this contract 198788. U.S. government prime contractors and approximate years of production include: Aerial Cutlery Co.: 196062 A total of 12 M5 and M5A1 contracts appear to have been let. FSR had already been assigned to another firm, Fort Smith Rim & Bow Co. of Ft. Smith, AR, so Fraser was assigned FZR instead. The U.S. M5, M5A1, M6, and M7 bayonets were based on the earlier M4 bayonet. Skip, My German Colt marked M7 in the picture does not have the blade retaining bar. Colt AR-15/M-16 Bayonets This section will feature images and information on the various Colt M7 AR-15/M-16 bayonets that have been available. I wish I had a camera. Mine does not. The M16 bayonet was originally designed by Colt & appeared to have been based on the US M4 .30cal carbine bayonet of WWII origin. Carl Eickhorn, in West Germany, also produced private-label M7 bayonets for Colt. 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. The conversion entails what seems to be an impractical amount of work. Imperial went through a number of consolidations and was bankrupt in 2004 after 100 years of operation. By This makes sense given the bayonets attribution, as airborne use was the requirement for including a restraining lace on the M8A1 scabbard. HAENEL SUHL, German WW2 Knife Envelopes Opener, Afrika Korps. If you have images or information to contribute, please send me an email. General Cutlery also occasionally included foreign equivalents, such as: Danish m/50 & m/62, Italian M1, and South Korean M5 (shortened U.S. M1) bayonets. It can be used as a fighting knife and utility tool. Bayonets Manufacturer. This quantity is consistent with the amount paid under what are believed to be Milpar's M7 bayonet contracts. The M10 Scabbard was a component packaged along with M7 Bayonets also made by Ontario. U.S. military honor guards are typically equipped with either the M1 or M14 rifle. The M5 was a patented design introduced in 1953 to replace the M1 bayonet. The scabbards were manufactured sometime between the 1960s - 1970s. The one to buy is the Imperial/Colt marked M7 bayonet. MIL-B-117-D Bayonet-Knife W/Scabbard DAAFO3-73-D-1030, 1005-073-9238 Steel, brass, and wood replica model of a French. WARNING: 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. Garys research can be found in his books and findings of both on Frank Trzaskas great site, http://usmilitaryknives.com. (M10 Scabbard Only) Here's a link to a page I just ran across recently while puzzling over questions I happen to have regarding back cut in general and the Colt/Imperial M7's. seen this one in about 64 in Texas wish I had it now Don I sent Bill pix of mine last year he also had more Questions than answers the green short blade stumps them Don. Bayonet-knife for use on the 7.62 mm. I saw one sell on ebay for almost 100 dollars. The 179th Infantry Regiment has a long history in the Oklahoma National Guard as part of the 45th Division (today, 45th Infantry Brigade Combat Team). To date, approximately 230,000 individually-packaged M10 Scabbards appear to have been produced under U.S. government contracts. Hauser Products was awarded contract, DAAA09-87-C-0130, in October 1986. However, Cunningham indicates that a design change was implemented mid-contract to increase the amount of offset between the belt strap assembly (belt hanger) and scabbard body, by lengthening the steel top plate flange. Love to see a picture if possible. I also post articles, working papers, and other reference material developed from my research on this site. The question I have is the M7 stamp. Your credit card or PayPal account will be charged. I want to thank Frank Trzaska and Homer Brett for their assistance in my research on procurement of honor guard bayonets. Evidence suggests that Hauser Products may have manufactured all of the scabbards associated with General Cutlery Co., including government contract scabbards bearing General Cutlery Co's. This left Viz Manufacturing Co. as the apparent sole producer of M8A1 scabbard bodies. A-4/74. Ontario Knife Co. of Franklinville, New York, was awarded its first M10 Scabbard contract, DAAA-09-88-C-0129, in November 1987. NATO caliber C7 (M16) assault rifle. WONDERFUL CASED SET OF ORNATE PERCUSSION MUFF PISTOLS BY GREEN-LONDON. No sales outside of USA please. Milpars defense contracting overshadowed the commercial business, becoming the companys identity as we know it. Anyone else have a Colt M7 available for comparison, especially a known military version. These included U.S. M1, M5A1, and M6 bayonets. 1 Ea. TY 1-CL B-ST-2 The only packaging observed from this period has been M7 scabbards packaged in July and August 1953 under contract DA-19-020-ORD-2905. You may find information on this page that does not appear in existing publications or may differ from what is previously-published. I made an inspection slit in package to verify the manufacturer. This website is a great source for Colt bayonet information: http://www.nirvi.fi/nnbm/page135.html#top Facebook More Loading. CAGE 83C25 The added M4 crosspiece covers the ricasso up to original blade runout. You are considering a used Colt Reproduction M7 Bayonet w/ M10 Scabbard. In addition to lacking the wire hanger needed for attachment to the cartridge belt, the strap assembly was also too short to slide over the cartridge belt, itself. Victory Plastics Co. lost out in successive M8A1 scabbard procurements, contributing to its closure; and, sale of its plastic molding machinery and building. Based on the $240,000 paid under this contract, the quantity was likely in the 35,00040,000 range. JOHN R. ALLGOOD Post-War, Durofol KG, J. Brangs & Co. of Solingen became the exclusive manufacturer, which later became Durofol Presswerk GmbH. Scabbard: "KM8A1" and winged anchor & star logo on reverse. In 2002,Colt Defensewas split off from Colt's Manufacturing Company. The scabbard throat flange is stamped "US M8" or "US M8A1" on the flat steel part along with manufacturer initials. Vietnam War Era M8A1 scabbard producers and their production has been a less well understood area that has posed significant challenges to researchers due to lack of available federal contract data covering the first half of the 1960s. 1005-00-017-9701 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. Since 2002, LiveAuctioneers has made exceptional items available for safe purchase in secure online auctions. 1/20, 1095-22-223-7164 I looked at all the German versions, no match. It also comes with a unique crinkle finish scabbard. At the bottom of the page are 3 groups of pics on some of the W. German M7's. 5.0 out of 5 stars 1. The quantity produced under four of these contracts is not known. I wonder if we're not the only ones who hit upon this. Bayonet Knife, M7 Blade: Colt 'Rampant Horse' Logo, followed by "Colt's 62316", over "Hartford, Conn. USA", over "Made in W-Germany." Crosspiece: "US M7" In terms of quantity, this is the largest single post-War bayonet order placed by the U.S. government to the present day. The M3 knife's introduction for infantry use revealed limitations in the M8 scabbard. Pewter Chartres Maze Labyrinth Pendant Christian Wicca, Vintage Tupperware 10" Cake Taker & 9" Pie Taker Keeper, 1923 Prospectus- For Murray Colonies In Bolivia, Mahanoy City Pa West Mahanoy Ave.vintage 1910 Very Rare, Twenty (20) Compass Pouchs Or First Aid Pouch, K-9 K9 Challenge Coin Army Navy Air Force Police Marine, Vintage "parker 51" Mate Black Mechanical Pencil, OIL CITY PA West First Street 1907 B&W ALBERTYPE. Contract SPM7L1-11-M-D867 was awarded in August 2011. FCSM: 19204 P/N 1100077 Another quantity surfaced in 2017, about the time Turkey returned 13,000 M1 rifles to the U.S. Government. Colt Vietnam Era M-7 Bayonet with Scabbard made by Imperial. Non Guns Knives Swords Military Bayonets AUTHENTIC RARE COLT M Bayonet With Scabbard MINT CONDITION NO RESERVE | 1035 | 0 | Lc | 125.0284ms, AUTHENTIC RARE COLT 62316 M7 Bayonet With Scabbard MINT CONDITION NO RESERVE. "1005-722-3097-B008 The M7 bayonet is very similar to the older M4 bayonet with the Korean War era plastic grips for the M1/M2 carbines except that the M7 has a much larger muzzle ring. The two- or three-letter codes found on Vietnam-Era M8A1 scabbards are known in the Department of Defense (DOD) as Manufacturer Symbols. These are unique identifiers officially assigned by DOD to certain types of contractors. There were four Army-wide fabrication sites: Fort Benning, GA; Fort Gordon, GA; Fort Jackson, SC; and Fort Knox, KY. TAD-066 was the official U.S. Army training aid designation for "Bayonet, Plastic." Viz also produced two types of plastic machete sheaths 196667 and plastic M1917 bayonet scabbards 196970. However, insufficient data exists to estimate how many scabbards that Wilson-Duggar Co. actually produced. The M7 differs from M6 bayonet for the M14 rifle. Buy, Sell, and Trade your Firearms and Gear. A total of 28 M7 bayonet contracts appear to have been let. When found to be unserviceable (e.g., crack > in. The scabbard incorporated a leather "restraining lace," proper term for what collectors often refer to as the leg tie or boot lace. This was deemed necessary for use by airborne troops who needed to securely fasten the scabbard point during parachute operations. 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. In 1964 Only 30,000 M7's were made by COLT. Colt is known for the engineering, production, and marketing of firearms, most especially between the 1850s andWorld War I, when it was a dominating force in its industry and a seminal influence on manufacturing technology. The Second World War M8 Scabbard was produced beginning in 1943 to replace the leather M6 scabbard originally fielded with the M3 Combat Knife. Bayonets observed from these packages have been mostly from Bauer Ordnance Corp. and Imperial Knife Co. Scabbards are mostly PWH and TWB, with a few of the earlier makers encountered. 1005-073-9238 They are entirely of Turkish manufacture. The 1956 contract began as M5 bayonets, but production changed to the M5A1 mid-contract. The Colt "New Model" bayonet (above) was standardized as the U.S. M7 Bayonet-Knife. Wish I could help. Cunningham indicates a total quantity of 310,000 from Conetta's two 196669 M7 contracts. Do you have the number 32316 also on the blade? However, some (if not all) Wilson-Duggar Co. M8A1 scabbards were apparently assembled using externally-supplied subassemblies (steel throatpieces and plastic scabbard bodies). During the Second World War, Gen. George S. Patton considered the 45th Division the best Division in the 7th Army, which he commanded during the North African and Sicilian invasions. Once modified, they were designated M8A1 scabbards, regardless of the throatpiece marking. I find the green blade interesting too. This example was made in 2009. This example from the final M6 bayonet contract is still sealed in its original packaging. 1968 after they had difficulty producing acceptable bayonets. 242.50 . General Cutlery Co. 20014: 199698; 2000; 2002 Ontario Knife Co.: 198788, 2001, 200304, 200611, 201820. It first served in the Yonchon-Chorwon area, and in sectors fronting Old Baldy, Pork Chop Hill, Heartbreak Ridge and Luke's Castle. DX24/73 M33 2/20, Scabbard Body (front): "M10" and "ASSY 8448476" over "MFG 2V376". This contract was not identified in Cunningham. For more information go to -www.P65Warnings.ca.gov, Enter your email and we will notify you when restocked. U.S. government contract scabbards are molded of black plastic (other colors are commercial production). NATO caliber U.S. M14 selective-fire rifle. 1 Ea. M7 bayonet German made for G3 CA$295.00 A somewhat unusual variant of the standard M7 bayonet. 1980s-2000s]. It has a complete weld on both sides of the tang, at the guard. The "leg-tie" shipped with the M8A1 Scabbard is often thought to be a boot lace. This example, from Milpar's very first bayonet contract, is still sealed in its original packaging. Bayonet, Knife Sheath This is aunissued Vietnam War Colt 62316 M7 Bayonet.Please look at the pictures and judge for yourself the condition.Blade marked Colt 62316. they made a very limited number of these 30,000and they have become harder to find at a decent price.It also has an equally .. A second order under this contract was placed in September 1972. SKIP. Made Easy Amazon Photos Unlimited Photo Storage Free With Prime: Prime Video Direct Video Distribution Made Easy: Shopbop Designer Fashion Brands: Amazon Warehouse Production has occurred as recently as 2020, leaving open the possibility of further procurements. The one half of the grip has a groove which would accommodate a retaining bar, but the other half is flat. Eickhorn Colt M7 Bayonet Solingen Germany, Colt M7 M-7 Bayonet Brand New Eickhorn Solingen M8a1, Colt M7 Bayonet Eickhorn Solingen With M8A1 Scabbard Made In Germany COL, Colt Marked M-7 Bayonet From Eickhorn Solingen Germany W/ M8A1 Scabbard, Colt M7 Bayonet Eickhorn Solingen With Black M8A1 Scabbard - Made In Ger, Colt M7 Bayonet With M8A1 Seath Solingen Germany By Eickhorn, Colt M7 Bayonet / Eickhorn-Solingen Made W/scabbard, Colt M7 Bayonet Germany Solingen Eickhorn Survival Fighting Knife, Illustrated Catalogue Of The Important Collection Of Ancient Arms And We, Illustrated Catalogue Of Important Specimens Of Arms And Armor, Stained, Arms And The Man Vol. Scabbard, Bayonet-Knife, M8A1 colt m7 bayonet made in germany ballymena court news 0 $39.99. This quantity is consistent with the amount paid under this contract. Haven't seen an Imperial or Milpar Colt marked to compare. Initial deliveries were to begin by July 15, 1961, followed by 31,000 bayonets per month until completion. 1956, incorporating an improved latch design. Imperial Schrade Corp. of Ellenville, New York, was awarded the first M10 Scabbard contract, DAAA-09-85-C-1316, in November 1985. A restraining lace is also issued with the M10 scabbard, except that it is made of black nylon. 56,801 is consistent with amount paid, so is likely correct. Or $150 for both, shipping included. 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. 164.99 . According to Cunningham, the 1954 contract was for 57,540 bayonets. More info is available in theM5 and M5A1 Bayonet Contracts Summary. Milpar's 196667 M7 contracts are not well-documented. See my working paper on Columbus Milpar and Manufacturing Co. for a history of Milpar and its bayonet production. Colt branded KCB-77 bayonet manufactured by Eickhorn Solingen This is a Colt branded KCB-77 bayonet manufactured by Eickhorn Solingen in West Germany. The sealed package pictured at left is badly yellowed, suggesting that the cardboard carton has been absent for a long time. The example pictured at left is an early J & D Tool Co. M5. Sign up for a new account in our community. One thing for sure, there seems to be some variety between the ones we've discussed so far. Insufficient data exists to estimate how many M8A1 scabbards that Viz Manufacturing Co. produced. Is the back cut of the blade 90 degrees or rounded out? FCSM: 19204 P/N 1100077 Condition is about mint, back cut is a 90 degree angle, finish very dark parkerization, blade, original factory edge. 1954 contract, the M5 bayonet cost $1.65. Payment is by USPS Money Order or PayPal only. I hope Gary or Bill Humes have some more info available. 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. SKIP. Victory Plastics was again awarded a M8A1 Scabbard production contract in January 1961. DAAE20-98-P-02418 A1/99". This quantity is consistent with the total amount paid under the contract, so appears correct. Columbus Milpar & Manufacturing Co.Imperial Knife Co. By mid-1969, the Working Homes monthly M8A1 scabbard output had reached 125,000, however, 150,000 proved unattainable. The package pictured at left lacks a government contract number, so it is difficult to say whether it is from a government contract or just a commercial piece. In 1998, Hauser Products produced M10 Scabbards as a subcontractor for Lan Cay Inc. under contract DAAE20-98-P-0221. Details. 10 (Dec. 1): The National Military And S, Arms And The Man Vol. It can be used as a fighting knife and utility tool. This self-imposed workforce ceiling would later constrain M8A1 scabbard production, likely contributing to adoption of the M10 scabbard. During the 1970s and 1980s, the U.S. Government repackaged existing stocks of unissued M7 bayonets with an unissued M8A1 scabbard. Also at left is an example still sealed in its factory wrapping, with a 12/69 packing date. Obviously not the normal military design. DA-11-199-AMC-270 (W) Co., instead of B. The scabbard is molded plastic with a frog stud. Mfr./Contr. Blade is in very good condition with no chipping. Scabbard also includes factory leg tie. In 2010 and 2011, the Air Force also made procurements of M-1 Bayonet-Chrome Finish from Mc Kee, Inc. From at least 2006-present, the U.S. Marine Corps Honor Guard Headquarters at Quantico, VA, has sent their bayonets to a Kensington, MD, metals firm for plating. 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. In any event, the upcoming merger creating Beckwith-Arden Inc. formally terminated the existence of Beckwith Manufacturing Co., necessitating adoption of a new marking. CAGE: 2V376 P/N 1100077 Bayonet/Knife CC-A According to M7 Bayonet specialist William Humes, 10,700 scabbards were produced under this contract. Bayonet-Knife - M6 It is entirely of sewn construction, save for the snap on the hilt strap. DAAA-09-85-C-0540 J & D Tool Co. appears to have encountered challenges in producing blades. [2] Most notably, the diameter of the muzzle rings, and the locking mechanism. This example has an October 1963 packing date, which means that the contract was likely awarded in spring 1963. However, this quantity is too low for the amount paid, so must have been based on a a partial report. Adjusted for inflation, this corresponds to approximately $4.57 in October 1986, when the acquisition cost for the M10 Scabbard was $2.78. SKIP. I do submit research for publication in The Journal of the Society of American Bayonet Collectors. Colt's earliest designs played a major role in the popularization of therevolverand the shift away from earlier single-shot pistols. In addition, Ontario has been subcontracor on three more M7 bayonet procurements. You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. Payment is by USPS Money Order or PayPal only. Thanks for the info. 1 Each Adjusted for inflation, this corresponds to approximately $4.15 in 1953 dollars (when Utica produced the last M1 bayonets). 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