BAYONET US M7-LE - Developed for the Colt assault rifle M16, this classic bayonet accompanied the American G.I.'s during the Vietnam War. This contract was produced during the period when bayonets began to be assembled and packaged at Milpars New Lexington, OH, plant from parts manufactured at the Columbus, OH, headquarters plant. I opened the bid high so as to not set a reserve. Stamped "COLT MADE IN GERMANY" on bayonet and "U.S. M8A1 GERMANY" on scabbard. 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. No sales outside of USA please. Stamped "COLT MADE IN GERMANY" on bayonet and "U.S. M8A1 GERMANY" on scabbard. To date, approximately 230,000 individually-packaged M10 Scabbards appear to have been produced under U.S. government contracts. 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. General Cutlery had two subsequent prime contracts, neither of which were reported to the National Archives, suggesting that both of these were likely small contracts under $25,000 each. The one to buy is the Imperial/Colt marked M7 bayonet. I pulled the blade out far enough to see the Colt emblem and germany mark at the base of the blade and thats it. Two different manufacturer symbols were used by the Working Home: PWH was used 196568. The M5 was a patented design introduced in 1953 to replace the M1 bayonet. Cunningham reported a total of 58,100 in his 1996 book. Designed to be used as a hand weapon or fighting knife, the M7's primary role was as a bayonet for the M16 rifle and the M4 carbine. in Ankara (Makina ve Kimya Endustrsi Kurumu, in English, Mechanical and Chemical Industry Corp.). There is another German M7 that has the name colt "painted" on the blade. Eickhorn BAYONET U.S. M7-LE / limited Military Bayonets - Military Grade Knife with 16.9cm 55Si7 spring steel steel blade. These were made by M.K.E. The 179th also served in Bosnia in 2000 as part of the UN Peacekeeping mission, the Iraqi Surge of 2008; and, subsequently in Afghanistan. This example is from the last M7 bayonet contract awarded to Imperial Knife Co. General Cutlery, Inc. of Fremont, Ohio, was awarded three M7 bayonet contracts; and was also subcontractor for the Lan Cay, Inc. 1998 M7 bayonet contract. Condition is about mint, back cut is a 90 degree angle, finish very dark parkerization, blade, original factory edge. 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). The white substance seen in images of the bayonet is a preservative applied when the bayonet was packaged. The blade is marked "Colt 62316". Some of the labels feature the European spelling "Bajonet," suggesting that some of the repackaging work may have been contracted out to firms there. The M6 bayonet was very similar to the M5A1, but used a conventional muzzle ring. Some U.S. M5 and M5A1 bayonets were marked with the Defense Acceptance Stamp (DAS), while others were not or may have had the DAS obliterated during service. FINE REMINGTON – ELLIOT’S PATENT RING TRIGGER FOUR SHOT DERRINGER. U.S. ARMY Colt M7 Bayonet & M8A1 Scabbard, very good condition, may show some scuffing and rub marks from age. The scabbard is a copy of the US M8A1, employing a British-style belt fastener. The grip is secured with Phillips-head screws. M7 bayonet German made for G3 CA$295.00 A somewhat unusual variant of the standard M7 bayonet. 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. The steel parts have a uniform dark grey/black parkerized finish. I have a half guard German M7 with a colt marked blade(W-Germany). Scabbard, Bayonet-Kn. Lace, Restraining 1005-00-017-9701 The true quantity produced under this contract is likely more in the neighborhood of 75,000. Consequently, it was most likely used for training soldiers how to disarm a knife-wielding assailant. One edge is sharpened its full length while the opposite side of the blade has approximately 3 inches sharpened. A /86 This example was packaged in December 1984. There are two variations of this scabbard, both with an olive drab fiberglass body with steel throat. With the 90 degree back cut, that should make it a legit G3/M16 German issue, but if the cross guard is not right, then it makes me wonder. An additional approximately 163,000 M10 Scabbards appear to have been produced in conjunction with government contracts for the M7 Bayonet/M10 Scabbard combo. 242.50 . 3 (Oct. 13): The National Military And S, Arms And The Man Vol. More Items From eBay. Utica Cutlery Co.: M5 1953 Ontario has been the sole M7 bayonet producer since 2003, with its most recent production run completed in May 2020. Click below to begin your paid subscription. This example has an October 1963 packing date, which means that the contract was likely awarded in spring 1963. Aint the hunting fun? I hope Gary or Bill Humes have some more info available. 45.00. 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. This left Viz Manufacturing Co. as the apparent sole producer of M8A1 scabbard bodies. 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. This bayonet was produced by A. Eickhorn-Solingen (AES), in West Germany, for the government of Jean-Claude "Baby Doc" Duvalier of Haiti. M8A1 Scabbards produced during the Vietnam War Era are found with the following manufacturer symbols: PWH, TWB, VIZ, VIZ/WD, and WD. 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. They had a green plastic grip that resembled the leather M4 bayonet grip of the Second World War. Bayonet, Knife Sheath These included U.S. M1, M5A1, and M6 bayonets. This identifies A Company, First Battalion, 179th Infantry Regiment. Scabbard: "M10" and "19204 ASSY 8448476" over "MFG 20014". The company trademarks were purchased by investors, who still use the Schrade trademark on commercial products made in China. Bayonet-knife for use on the 7.62 mm. HTK is an abbreviation of Hrens Tekniske Korps (Army Technical Corps). Columbus Milpar & Manufacturing Co.Imperial Knife Co. "1005-00-073-9238 The M7 has the same two-lever locking mechanism as the M4, that connects to a lug on the M16 rifle's barrel. Would appreciate any input. Scabbard is in good condition with minimal scratching on surface. 1 Ea. U.S. government prime contractors and approximate years of production include: Aerial Cutlery Co.: 196062 Edwin Beckwith served as president of Victory Plastics Co. for its entire 23-year existence. Crosspiece: "US M6" and "MILPAR COL" and Defense Acceptance Stamp (DAS), Blade: Colt 'rampant horse' logo, followed by "Colt's 62316," Hartford, Conn USA". By 1954 contract, the M5 bayonet cost $1.65. The cardboard carton was produced in Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania, a town on the western edge of Philadelphia founded by Welsh settlers in the 1680s. Some M10 Scabbards bear an additional CAGE Code, 19204, representing US Army, Rock Island Arsenal, IL, the government agency overseeing the procurement. A total of 12 M5 and M5A1 contracts appear to have been let. 3,746 bayonets were delivered under this contract. However, the quantity is too low for the $502,000 paid under the contract, so this must have been a partial report. Cunningham reported a total of 112,400 produced by Imperial in his 1996 book. Sactroop- Great site! As amended, the scabbard was designated M8A1. So I'm sure there was plenty of old stock around. 1/20, 1095-22-223-7164 SABC Journal Volume 91, Spring 2015). 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. 40. Project TS2-2028 was a Springfield Armory project related to development of the .30 cal rifle. 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. I'm pleased with my bayonet, but am on a quest to find out more. Leather scabbard marked 120.R.14.173 for Wurttemberg. Plastic Wrapper: 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). No evidence of further U.S. Government M4M7 bayonet-knife scabbard production has been found until the first M10 scabbard contract was let in 1985. The spacer and crosspiece were welded to the vestiges of the original crosspiece, then the M4 crosspiece ground narrow to resemble the wartime M4. The manufacturers mark on Victory Plastics' post-War M8A1 scabbards was V.P. LXIII No. Bayonet-Knife for use with the 5.56 mm. 1 Ea These showed up on the commercial market a few years ago. ), Muzzleloading Modern & Replica Pistols (flint), Muzzleloading Modern & Replica Pistols (perc), United States Patent Firearms Revolvers/Pistols, Century Arms International (CAI) - Shotguns. DAAF0367F0002 NATO caliber U.S. M14 selective-fire rifle, introduced in 1958 to address the shortcomings of the M1. 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. Mine does not. I understand that the bayonet is a commercial model. COLT AR15-AR16 M7 MARKED BAYONET WITH SCABBARD IN AS NEW ORIGINAL CONDITION Description: SEE THE PICTURES OF THIS RARE & BEAUTIFUL COLT AR15-AR16 M7 MARKED BAYONET WITH SCABBARD IN AS NEW ORIGINAL CONDITION. U.S. government contract scabbards are molded of black plastic (other colors are commercial production). Bayonet Knife, M7 1956, incorporating an improved latch design. It was also used with the M3 fighting knife. Bayonets Manufacturer. These have the Colt "Rampant Mustang . This contract was for the M7 bayonet without scabbard. The production run was for 10,700 scabbards. The most recent contract, W52H09-06-D-0068, was awarded in August 2006. Obviously not the normal military design. Procurements resumed in 2018 via a set-aside program benefitting service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. 2) replace the barrel with a 14.5 and permanently fix a longer FS to it to give you 16" length. The prime contractor is simply a middleman who profits from the transaction. This quantity is consistent with the amount paid under this contract. Procurements began in 1964 and have continued through 2019 (so far). DAAA09-87-C-0130 1 Each (Scabbards by Imperial and Ontario have raised markings and use a different font.). Viz also produced two types of plastic machete sheaths 196667 and plastic M1917 bayonet scabbards 196970. The scabbard body is made of Durofol, a laminated wood developed in Germany during the Second World War. forgot its square cut. 1 Each DAAFO3-73-D-1046. Anyone else have a Colt M7 available for comparison, especially a known military version. In terms of quantity, this is the largest single post-War bayonet order placed by the U.S. government to the present day. Lan Cay had no cost-effective way to tool up to produce such a small quantity of M7 bayonets, so subcontracted the job to the General Cutlery, Inc.., who had produced M7 bayonets during the 1980s. Sign up for a new account in our community. MILITARIA. The non-slip grips are molded black plastic. This helps explain why these early Imperial M5 bayonets seem to have have survived in significant numbers. The scabbards were manufactured sometime between the 1960s - 1970s. Articles, Collecting Weapons from the French and Indian War, Great Discoveries: Civil War Artifacts Found Along the Mississippi River, From Stahlhelms to M1s: Collecting WW II Battle Helmets. sactroop- Exactly. 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. DAAA09-85-C-1316. Crudely constructed of a pressed steel hilt mated with a recycled blade from an earlier Mauser bayonet. Does anyone have a Colt w/ the retention bar? Contract W52H09-06-D-0068 was awarded in 2006. This contract was for the M7 Bayonet/M10 Scabbard combo. Olive green canvas carrier for attaching the entrenching tool to the equipment belt. "1005-00-073-9238 Viz Manufacturing was a highly-sought after defense contractor with a lengthy backlog of electronics orders. Carl Eickhorn, in West Germany, also produced private-label M7 bayonets for Colt. Contract DAAA09-88-C-0366 was awarded in January 1988. 1 Each Supply Corp. 1005-073-9238 For additional information, see the Global Shipping Program, German Eickhorn Colt US M7 Bayonet with Sheath Made in Germany, It appears in excellent shape with original Eickhorn Scabbard. This and the subsequent pages illustrate some of the more commonly encountered M5, M5A1, M6, and M7 bayonets and foreign copies. The above findings documented by the Government Accounting Office show that Milpar's bayonet delivery problems existed from the very beginning. 16 (July 22): The National Military And S, 2023 - WorthPoint Corporation | 5 Concourse Parkway NE, Suite 2900. Even after subtracting for the ancillaries, the order quantity would have been upwards of 1million M5 bayonets. Post-War Trajectory of Beckwith Manufacturing Co. M8A1 Scabbards Produced at the Pennsylvania Working Home for the Blind. The Second World War U.S. plastic scabbard design was developed by Edwin L. Beckwith (son of Beckwith Manufacturing Co. founder Harry H. Beckwith) and chemist, Charles P. MacIver, of the Beckwith Manufacturing Co. shoe component subsidiary, Felt Process Co. After the government contracted with Beckwith Manufacturing Co. to produce scabbards, Harry Beckwith created a new subsidiary, Victory Plastics Co., to manufacture them. An additional order was placed under this contract in February 1986. SPE7L3-19-P-7158 Mine has an early type, straight, 90 degree back cut, dark parked blade, no "US" stamp. They were made in the 70s. Scabbard, Bayonet-Knife, M8A1 I've totally exhausted every resource for Colt M7s that I know of. CC-A Since 2003, Ontario Knife Co. has been the sole producer. I made an inspection slit in package to verify the manufacturer. However, a curved runout again appeared on Milpar bayonets ca. Many existing M8 scabbards were modified to the M8A1 strap assembly. 1 Ea. However, as of 2021, a relatively clear and coherent chronology has finally emerged. Fullered blade with nearly all its original bright finish and no sharpening. More info is available in theM5 and M5A1 Bayonet Contracts Summary. I think I must need to eat something. DAAF03-73-D-1030-0001 2 days Left Vintage San Antonio Alamo Leather Holster. This part number appears on the bayonets commercially made for Colt. Instead, by 1966 Wilson-Duggar Co. was apparently defunct. Production can easily be scaled to whatever quantity is required without encountering difficulties in obtaining specialized components, as had occurred with the M8A1 scabbard. 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. The true quantity produced by Conetta is more in the neighborhood of 650,000. Still not conclusive by any means, we need a lot more info. Contract SPE7L3-19-P-7158 was awarded to Harris Support Services LLC of Mosley, Virginia, in July 2019. Significant reworking of the production line occurred under Whittaker Corp. oversight, followed by Whiitaker's replacement of Milpar's bayonet plant supervisors. Here's what I found interesting. Haiti is believed to have obtained additional M1 Garand rifles through commercial arms purchases. http://imageevent.com/willyp/firearmsalbumyitems/bayonets. Makes me kinda wonder if all but the early ones were military. It's in a "PWH" M8A1, excellent condition, with the retaining strap moved down to the center of the belt loop. This bayonet and scabbard are crude copies of the U.S. M5 bayonet and M8A1 scabbard. Columbus Milpar & Manufacturing Co. (Milpar) arose in 1959 as the defense contracting division of a Columbus, Ohio, commercial metal stamping firm originally founded in 1946. Victory Plastics Co. lost out in successive M8A1 scabbard procurements, contributing to its closure; and, sale of its plastic molding machinery and building. 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. 230.00 * US M7-LE. DAAFO1-71-C-0066 This contract included 90,000 of the M7 Bayonet/M10 Scabbard combo and 1,497 M10 Scabbards packaged individually. This marking was used 196069. Cunningham indicates that 265,951 bayonets were reportedly delivered under this contract. This example is a newly-manufactured Second World War M8A1 scabbard that has seen post-War refurbishment. I wonder if we're not the only ones who hit upon this. The government needed 150,000 scabbards per month, however, the Working Homes output was limited by the availability of plastic scabbard bodies. The bayonet was manufactured under the Colt contract by the Imperial Knife Company. Additional information is also found in the M7 Bayonet Contracts Summary. A/11/70". In 1998, Hauser Products produced M10 Scabbards as a subcontractor for Lan Cay Inc. under contract DAAE20-98-P-0221. Another quantity surfaced in 2017, about the time Turkey returned 13,000 M1 rifles to the U.S. Government. Rare red-thread M10 scabbard, with a single red thread running along the left side of the black nylon belt hanger. This example is from the second M7 bayonet contract awarded to General Cutlery, contract DAAA09-87-C-0931. The first of Colt's M7 bayonets were made 19611962 by Universal Industries of West Haven,CT. disappearance shortly after scabbard production began at the Pennsylvania Working Home for the Blind suggests that they likely never did. 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. Sealed in its factory wrapping are both the M7 bayonet and a black M10 scabbard. FCSM: 19204 P/N 1100077 This contract was not identified in Cunningham. Blade width is 3/16 inch and it weighs about 9.6 ounces. Did not realize they were being made in W. Germany that early in production. 1867 Model Bayonet with Scabbard, German, WWI, A BAVARIAN M1898 MAUSER BAYONET C.G. The M10 Scabbard was both less expensive to manufacture and reduced maintenance costs. Professionally down. THX SKIP. 40206: German DWM 1916 Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol. Skip, My German Colt marked M7 in the picture does not have the blade retaining bar. Note how large the tie hole in the tip is, compared to a U.S.-made M8A1 scabbard. 1 Ea. A/10/69. Additional information is available in the M10 Scabbard Contracts Summary. All the bayonets we have for sale were made by Colt Manufacturing Company, Hartford, Connecticut. DAAA-09-88-C-0129 Initial deliveries were to begin by July 15, 1961, followed by 31,000 bayonets per month until completion. CAGE Code. Japanese Short Sword, Cobra Handle, Snakeskin Sheath, Bronze Mounts C. See my working paper on Columbus Milpar and Manufacturing Co. for a history of Milpar and its bayonet production. The bayonet's grips are made of cast aluminum, painted black. Pick it up to compliment your United States Vietnam war era collection. The M5 bayonet is noteworthy in that, save for the blade, the remainder of the bayonet's parts are almost all stampings. Thanks for the info. A-8/62 A-3/63. Should you have a question regarding the source of a particular fact or figure presented here, feel free to drop me a note and I will gladly assist. CAGE: 2V376 P/N 1100077 "1005-336-8568 LXVI No. bayonet us m7 colt 62316 with m8a1 scabbard colt's 62316 hartford, conn. u.s.a. made in w - germany colt's 62316 us m7 bayonet / knife - parkerized - made in the w - germany post-vietnam specifications: blade finish: parkerized rockwell: to military specifications blade length: 6.500 inches overall length: 11.125 inches grip: black plastic serial 4 (Apr. Bayonet M-7 w/Scabbard This example is from contract DAAE2098P0241 At only 1,287 bayonets, it is the smallest US Government M7 bayonet contract. The added M4 crosspiece covers the ricasso up to original blade runout. The wrapped bayonets were packed 50 to a carton. Rare bayonet marked to Wurttemberg regiment. A/7/68, 10955080339 The M7/M10 combo was made 200610 under this contract, with a total of 90,000 delivered. Made Easy Amazon Photos Unlimited Photo Storage Free With Prime: Prime Video Direct Video Distribution Made Easy: Shopbop Designer Fashion Brands: Amazon Warehouse This example was packaged in October 1968 and remains sealed in its original packaging. The Dover, NH, Beckwith plant manufactured shoe components and never had involvement with scabbards. Defense Acceptance Stamp (DAS). 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