Garand Bayonet

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militarianut

Discussion Starter · Mar 29, 2002

I wanted to know what this bayonet is that I have. I believe that its a Garand and have been told so. On the blade it has the ordanance bomb w/AFH above and 1943 below. It also has AFH on the handle (no grips). What is it and who made it. - myers

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wes

· #2 · Mar 30, 2002

Yes,it's an M-1 bayo. Made by American Fork and Hoe. And,I think they are still in business,making garden tools,and sold under several other names. Not positive about that though.

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bob white

· #3 · Mar 30, 2002

1943 was the last year that the 16" M1905/42 bayonet was made. Most ended up being cut down to 10" blades. You can get the black plactic grips from Sarco , or Springfield Sporters.

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militarianut

Discussion Starter · #4 · Mar 31, 2002

I would rather have . . . . .

whatever would be original. Leather or wood or plastic or whatever I don't know. What would be period and if anyone has anything email me at [email protected]
-myers

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bob white

· #5 · Mar 31, 2002

The black plastic grips are correct for a Garand bayonet dated 1943. WW1 (m1905) bayonets have wood grips. Bob White

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