2 EA. April 15, 2010 in EDGED WEAPONS. The scabbard body is made of sheet steel. own blades exhibit uneven workmanship, with some being quite crude. Two different manufacturer symbols were used by the Working Home: PWH was used 196568. It first served in the Yonchon-Chorwon area, and in sectors fronting Old Baldy, Pork Chop Hill, Heartbreak Ridge and Luke's Castle. The belt strap assembly marking shows that it was treated with a Moisture Fungus Proofing chemical in March 1953. Still not conclusive by any means, we need a lot more info. I understand that the bayonet is a commercial model. It's easy! This example was packaged in December 1984. My working paper on Columbus Milpar and Manufacturing Co. provides a history of Milpar and its bayonet production. The M4 (M1/M2 carbine), M5 (M1 rifle), and M6 bayonet (M14 rifle), are all derived from the World War II M3 fighting knife. Condition is about mint, back cut is a 90 degree angle, finish very dark parkerization, blade, original factory edge. Contract W52H09-06-D-0068 was awarded in 2006. 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. Viz also produced two types of plastic machete sheaths 196667 and plastic M1917 bayonet scabbards 196970. The prime contractor is simply a middleman who profits from the transaction. Professionally down. Details and supporting evidence regarding production at the Pennsylvania Working Home for the Blind can be found in my article: M8A1 Scabbards Produced at the Pennsylvania Working Home for the Blind (ref. Although it would mount to the M1 Garand rifle, it was typically issued as a field knife, without regard to whether the soldier was armed with the M1 rifle. This example was packaged in October 1968 and remains sealed in its original packaging. overwritten by 2/89". 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. DAAA09-88-C-0366 This website is a great source for Colt bayonet information: http://www.nirvi.fi/nnbm/page135.html#top Facebook More Loading. You can click on the pics to enlarge them. One thing for sure, there seems to be some variety between the ones we've discussed so far. A-2/77 C-14. MIL-B-117-D Other than some verdigris around the brass rivets and glove fastener, the scabbards remain perfectly preserved after more than 50 years in storage. over "DAAF 03-67-C-0069" over "A-" over "10/68". It can be used as a fighting knife and utility tool. The one to buy is the Imperial/Colt marked M7 bayonet. 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. (MIL-PAR), Conetta Mfg., Frazier Mfg., General Cutlery (GEN CUT), and Imperial Knife. Whittaker Corporation's acquisition of Milpar was finalized almost concurrent to the government shutdown. The grip scales on these are much thinner plastic than on the U.S. version and more prone to cracking. The one half of the grip has a groove which would accommodate a retaining bar, but the other half is flat. The above findings documented by the Government Accounting Office show that Milpar's bayonet delivery problems existed from the very beginning. Or $150 for both, shipping included. Production under both contracts appears to have occurred contemporaneously. Sign up for a new account in our community. Here's what I found interesting. Procurements resumed in 2018 via a set-aside program benefitting service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. Columbus Milpar & Manufacturing Co.Imperial Knife Co. DAAF0367F0002, 10955080339 Scabbard Body (front): Turkish Crescent and MKE trademark. The example pictured at left is from the 1961 contract. In early 1944, the design was amended to both lengthen the strap assembly and incorporate a wire belt hanger. NATO caliber C7 (M16) assault rifle. 1 EA This contract included 90,000 of the M7 Bayonet/M10 Scabbard combo and 1,497 M10 Scabbards packaged individually. 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. Bayonet Knife, M7 NATO caliber U.S. M14 selective-fire rifle. Firearm Discussion and Resources from AR-15, AK-47, Handguns and more! SKIPH, The true quantity produced by Conetta is more in the neighborhood of 650,000. The scabbard body is made of Durofol, a laminated wood developed in Germany during the Second World War. 1005-073-9238 Ontario Knife Co. of Franklinville, New York, was awarded its first M10 Scabbard contract, DAAA-09-88-C-0129, in November 1987. Scabbards from the final, 196970, Working Home contract were packaged differently than earlier contracts. This example is dated January 1986. Zelov maintained a self-imposed ceiling of 498 employees to ensure Viz Manufacturings eligibility for small-employer federal contracting preferences. Only one Fraser contract appears to be associated with the M16 rifle, resulting in two orders, both of which I believe are for M7 bayonets. U.S. ARMY Colt M7 Bayonet & M8A1 Scabbard, very good condition, may show some scuffing and rub marks from age. Pick it up to compliment your United States Vietnam war era collection. The scabbard construction differs from the MKE scabbard above, being a more refined copy of the U.S. M8A1, with a belt hanger made of webbing. Carl Eickhorn, in West Germany, also produced private-label M7 bayonets for Colt. However, it is unknown how many had the red thread, how the red thread came to be, or why government inspectors accepted these. 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. THX SKIP, Mine is solid inside and welded no retaing bar. Brand new. JOHN R. ALLGOOD This Colt Bayonet includes factory finish with factory checkered grips. These included leftover subassemblies from Victory Plastics Co. (whose factory closed in 1964) and subassemblies supplied by Viz Manufacturing Co. DAAFO3-73-D-1046. A 8/88. The USA provided 51,338 M1 rifles to Korea between 1950 and 1963 under the Military Assistance Program. (M10 Scabbard Only) The only replaceable part was the restraining lace. M-1956 Contract No. :thumbsup: Must confess I'm very curious. Bayonet-Knife for use with the 5.56 mm. Replacement restraining laces were packaged as single laces for this purpose. This example is from contract DAAE2098P0241 At only 1,287 bayonets, it is the smallest US Government M7 bayonet contract. Skip I've had my eye's open for any supporting information on what you have. More Items From eBay. SPE7L3-19-P-7158 More info is available in theM6 Bayonet Contracts Summary. This example has a standard 2 piece handle held on with two screws. 1 Each The blade is marked "Colt 62316". Expected completion of the Working Home's final contract was May 1970. Original Item: Only One Available. Our Friends at Classic Firearm Parts may have it in stock. DA-11-199-ORD-728 The U.S. M5, M5A1, M6, and M7 bayonets were based on the earlier M4 bayonet. Two months earlier, on March 16, 1970, the M10 Scabbard was adopted. Scabbard Body (reverse): Turkish Crescent and MKE trademark. It can be used as a fighting knife and utility tool. I wish I had a camera. 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. Victory Plastics Co. was the sole producer of M8 and M8A1 scabbards from 19431961. I hope Gary or Bill Humes have some more info available. The picture that I'm starting to see, is that Colt marked W German M7s were, 1) Not made to US standard for M7s, or 2) Made for foreign military forces, or 3) strictly for the collectors" market. 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. HTK is an abbreviation of Hrens Tekniske Korps (Army Technical Corps). 1 Ea. This example of a late-production Milpar M7 has been personalized as a presentation piece. The white substance seen in images of the bayonet is a preservative applied when the bayonet was packaged. I wonder if we're not the only ones who hit upon this. Condition is about mint, back cut is a 90 degree angle, finish very dark parkerization, blade, original factory edge. Celebrating and maintaining Americas heritage. For more information go to -www.P65Warnings.ca.gov, Enter your email and we will notify you when restocked. 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. 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. During the 1950s, Victory Plastics manufactured M3, M7, and M8A1 scabbards. HALF-GUARD (LOGO & TEXT) Half crossguard Colt marked M7's were made to fit the M-16, G3, and HK33 rifles. Although a very cool-looking bayonet, these are neither rare, experimental, military, nor worth big bucks. I had no idea it was made in the 70's since when my dad gave it to me it looked like it was made yeasterday. XLVI No. Colt Vietnam Era M-7 Bayonet with Scabbard made by Imperial. Also noticed the grips are not recessed for the bar.I am now assuming I have a very nice Colt M7 designed for the collector market. Bauer Ordnance Corp.: 196870 The throatpiece and scabbard body have been painted. It has been a long struggle to document who the producers were, in what time frames they made their scabbards, and what their respective manufacturing processes entailed. The first of Colt's M7 bayonets were made 19611962 by Universal Industries of West Haven,CT. The packaging from these contracts have two labels, one bearing the middlemans CAGE Code and the other Ontarios. Hauser Products was awarded contract, DAAA09-87-C-0130, in October 1986. thickness with 25 to 35 percent of a water-soluble phenolic resin cured under both high pressure and temperature. They're still seen on a regular basis on eBay and it the Shotgun News. The latch plate lacks the chevron mark, instead having a more typical hardness-testing dimple. "1005-073-9238" over "Bayonet, M7" over "1 Each" over "DAAF-01-69-C-0224" over "A". It was a massive indefinite-delivery contract that included M7 bayonets, M10 scabbards, the M7/M10 combo, M9 bayonets, and various spare parts for the M9 system. Two orders were placed under contract 723 and three orders were placed under contract 0431, totalling $1.3 million. These showed up on the commercial market a few years ago. $100 including shipping. The olive green scabbard body for the Imperial-made Colt New Model bayonet is unique. Comprised of a crude casting of a M7 Bayonet-Knife hilt and crosspiece with a thick, rounded plastic blade. Ontario has been the sole remaining source of M10 scabbards since 2003. U.S. government prime contractors and approximate years of production include: Aerial Cutlery Co.: 196062 The M7 bayonet was also used on some U.S.-issue combat shotguns, such as the Remington 870 and the Mossberg500 and590. Even after subtracting for the ancillaries, the order quantity would have been upwards of 1million M5 bayonets. 6.75: 171: 11.875: 302.880: 22.4 The scabbards were manufactured sometime between the 1960s - 1970s. 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). Bayonet/Knife You don't have the retaining bar, or the hole it runs through. Antique (Pre-1899) Rifles - Flintlock Misc, Antique (Pre-1899) Rifles - Matchlock/Wheellock Misc, Century Arms International (CAI) - Rifles, Muzzleloading Modern & Replica Rifles (perc), Winchester Rifles - Modern Bolt/Auto/Single, Winchester Rifles - Pre-1899 Bolt/Single Shot, Century Arms International (CAI) - Pistols, Colt Automatic Pistols (.25, .32, & .380 cal), Colt Single Action Revolvers - Modern (22 Cal. 10955080339 Throatpiece: "U.S. M8A1" over "V. P. Co.". 1923 Prospectus- For Murray Colonies In Bolivia. M10 scabbard components are, essentially, commodities. Milpar was awarded contract DA-11-199-AMC-625 in May 1964, the first government contract for the M7 bayonet. The olive green scabbard body for the Imperial-made Colt New Model bayonet is unique. I looked at all the German versions, no match. The last M8A1 Scabbards produced cost $1.60 each. These were catalogued under NSN 1005-00-017-9701: Bayonet-Knife M7 with Scabbard. I do submit research for publication in The Journal of the Society of American Bayonet Collectors. This NSN applies regardless of the scabbard type packaged with a M7 bayonet. 40210: German 42 Code 1939 Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol. 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. In addition to this M5 contract, Imperial was awarded three contracts for the M5A1 bayonet, in fiscal years 1967, 1973, and 1976. The blade made of highly flexible 55Si7 spring steel (HRC 51-53) is Kalgard coated. Columbus Milpar & Mfg. Honor guard bayonets have a hard life. 10955080339-B008 This example is from the first 1973 contract, DAAF-03-73-D-1030, with an April 1974 packing date. Plastic Wrapper: 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. Love to see a picture if possible. Cunningham reported quantity of 45,800. Sactroop- Great site! This contract was for 9,960 M10 Scabbards. Post-War Trajectory of Beckwith Manufacturing Co. M8A1 Scabbards Produced at the Pennsylvania Working Home for the Blind. 10 (Dec. 1): The National Military And S, Arms And The Man Vol. Eventually, VZM was assigned as Viz Manufacturing Cos. Bayonet-knife for use on the caliber .3006 M1 Garand rifle. 3,000 or fewer at 198788 costs. This and the subsequent pages illustrate some of the more commonly encountered M5, M5A1, M6, and M7 bayonets and foreign copies. [N.p., ca. The most famous Colt firearmsinclude theColt Walker, theSingle Action Armyor Peacemaker, theColt Python, and the ColtM1911pistol, which is currently the longest-standing military and law enforcement service handgun in the world and is still used today. A/9/68 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. SKIP. An example from this contract is pictured at left. Despite professing to be a molded plastics factory, Wilson-Duggar Co. apparently proved incapable of manufacturing M8A1 scabbard bodies. It is made by impregnating beech veneers of 0.2 to 0.3 mm. An additional approximately 163,000 M10 Scabbards appear to have been produced in conjunction with government contracts for the M7 Bayonet/M10 Scabbard combo. General Cutlery obtained used bayonets returned by foreign countries from the Civilian Marksmanship Program and refurbished them. 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. Information is from this website: http://www.nirvi.fi/nnbm/page135.html#top More Loading. It is entirely of sewn construction, save for the snap on the hilt strap. As amended, the scabbard was designated M8A1. It's in a "PWH" M8A1, excellent condition, with the retaining strap moved down to the center of the belt loop. Colt branded KCB-77 bayonet manufactured by Eickhorn Solingen This is a Colt branded KCB-77 bayonet manufactured by Eickhorn Solingen in West Germany. This example is a wartime M8 scabbard that was updated to M8A1 specifications. 1 EA TheM7 Bayonet Contracts Summaryincludes informationregardingFiscal Year 196667 Milpar Contracts That Analysis Suggests Were for M7 Bayonets. The 1950s scabbards differed from wartime M8A1 scabbards in only small details. GENUINE, AUTHENTIC COLT M7 BAYONET MINT CONDITION The Working Home only fabricated the Belt Strap Assembly, then assembled scabbards using externally-supplied subassemblies. The original M6 crosspiece was ground down to an oval, then a spacer inserted forward of the original crosspiece, and forward of the spacer, what appears to be a M4 crosspiece. It is the successor corporation to Colt's earlier firearms-making efforts, which started in 1836. The M6 bayonet was very similar to the M5A1, but used a conventional muzzle ring. Conetta Manufacturing Co.: 196669 DAAF03-73-D-1030-0001 These procurements stipulate that Ontario Knife Co. be the supplier. [3] This sheath is correct for all post-war US bayonets including the M4, M5, M6, and M7. It can be used on many other assault rifles, carbines, and combat shotguns, as well. Adjusted for inflation, this corresponds to approximately $4.57 in October 1986, when the acquisition cost for the M10 Scabbard was $2.78. CAGE: 20014 P/N 8448476 This example is likely from one of the 1973 contracts, with the traditional near-90-degree edge runout. The added M4 crosspiece covers the ricasso up to original blade runout. Edwin Beckwith served as president of Victory Plastics Co. for its entire 23-year existence. Colt's Manufacturing Company now serves the civilian market, while Colt Defense serves the law enforcement, military, and private security markets worldwide. M8A1 Scabbards produced during the Vietnam War Era are found with the following manufacturer symbols: PWH, TWB, VIZ, VIZ/WD, and WD. Scabbard: "U.S. M8A1" over "Made in W. Germany". Co. These are believed to have come from a production run of M10 scabbards subcontracted to Hauser Products Inc. of Chicago, Illinois, by Lan-Cay in 1998. Product Information. Some U.S. M6 bayonets were marked with the Defense Acceptance Stamp (DAS), while others were not or may have had the DAS obliterated during service. I'm thinking that one of the last two pic's might show what your describing(?). The wrapped bayonets were packed 50 to a carton. THX SKIP. in Ankara (Makina ve Kimya Endustrsi Kurumu, in English, Mechanical and Chemical Industry Corp.). 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. colt m7 bayonet made in germany ballymena court news 0 $39.99. M. Co. This may have been related to Victory Plastics ultimately unsuccessful attempt to build a commercial brand as a plastics manufacturer. However, the quantity is too low for the $502,000 paid under the contract, so this must have been a partial report. 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. WONDERFUL CASED SET OF ORNATE PERCUSSION MUFF PISTOLS BY GREEN-LONDON. 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. Pewter Chartres Maze Labyrinth Pendant Christian Wicca. A total of 12 M5 and M5A1 contracts appear to have been let. Now, this is not a rare version. This packaging has proven quite effective. The 1954 contract amount was reported as $94,863. Contract DAAA09-85-C-0540 was awarded in March 1985. 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. A/11/70". Basically opposite from the normal placement of the M7 mark. This makes sense given the bayonets attribution, as airborne use was the requirement for including a restraining lace on the M8A1 scabbard. 56,801 is consistent with amount paid, so is likely correct. Bayonet-Knife W/Scabbard The M16 bayonet was originally designed by Colt & appeared to have been based on the US M4 .30cal carbine bayonet of WWII origin. According to Cunningham, the 1954 contract was for 57,540 bayonets. But, it is a blade marked Colt made in W. Germany. Item Details. GERMAN MADE M7 COLT-BAYONETS The early Colt contract Eickhorn's M7's from 1975-76 are the ones with the standard 2 piece handle held on with two screws of which approximately 80,000 were produced. In 1998, Hauser Products produced M10 Scabbards as a subcontractor for Lan Cay Inc. under contract DAAE20-98-P-0221. 1 Each These should not command such a high price as the other one, but often does. Description: Colt M7 bayonet and M8A1 Scabbard, NEW. CAGE: 2V376 P/N 1100077 What was, in 196869, a non-standard curved (or sloped) runout is found on some Milpar M5A1, M6, and M7 bayonets. Read More Share Item A total of 361,800 bayonets were reportedly delivered under these contracts. CAGE: 2V376 P/N 8427025 CAGE: 20014 P/N 1100077 The M7 differs from M6 bayonet for the M14 rifle. Contract DAAF-03-67-C-0067 was awarded in April 1967. Contract SPRDL1-18-P-0495 was awarded to Aces Enterprises, LLC of Dunlap, Illinois, in September 2018. Anyone else have a Colt M7 available for comparison, especially a known military version. Payment is by USPS Money Order or PayPal only. US MILITARIA FORUM - COLLECTORS PRESERVING HISTORY 1/20, 1095-22-223-7164 8448476 is the official part number assigned to the M10 Scabbard. 19): The National Military And Sh, Arms And The Man Vol. Priority Shipping is $5.00. Fraser Manufacturing Corp.: 197172 I'm assuming the marking on the guard is some type of variation, and am curious as to what year these were produced. "1005-336-8568 Imperials last prime contract was in 1985 for the M10 Scabbard. They were made in the 60s by Imperial, but their name is not marked on the bayonet. Made Easy Amazon Photos Unlimited Photo Storage Free With Prime: Prime Video Direct Video Distribution Made Easy: Shopbop Designer Fashion Brands: Amazon Warehouse The scabbard is marked Made in Germany below M8A1 which is unlike others I have seen with the black scabbard. Like new. When found to be unserviceable (e.g., crack > in. Thanks for the info. It is unclear whether the hilt is new-made or both the hilt and blade are from an earlier bayonet, with only the crosspiece being new. Ontario Knife Co. of Franklinville, New York, has been awarded six prime contracts involving the M7 bayonet. Characteristic of Milpar's chronic bayonet delivery problems, initial production samples from the May 1964 contract were not delivered until at least February 1965. (that's probably what you meant). The Air Force Honor Guard Manual also listed General Cutlery as the source from which base honor guards can procure plated bayonets from at least 2006 (likely earlier) through at least 2018 (the latest revision found). Scabbard: "M10" and "19204 ASSY 8448476" over "MFG 20014". A restraining lace is also issued with the M10 scabbard, except that it is made of black nylon. The M7 hilt (and grips) are longer than the M4. Another quantity surfaced in 2017, about the time Turkey returned 13,000 M1 rifles to the U.S. Government. This part number appears on the bayonets commercially made for Colt. Lace, Restraining Cunningham reported a total of 58,100 in his 1996 book. These bayonets first surfaced ca. The first bayonet supplied to the US military for the M16 (Colt 601) was very similiar to the well . The firm we know as Viz Manufacturing Co. was a highly sought-after Philadelphia, PA, government contractor who also manufactured electronic weather instruments and sensitive electronics used in munitions. The M4 crosspiece on this example bears the 1/8-in. U.S. government contract scabbards are molded of black plastic (other colors are commercial production). 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. 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