Original U.S. Vietnam War Milpar M6 Bayonet with Experimental Knuckle Guard and M8A1 Scabbard Antique Cartridge Firearms and serial numbered 21C /

and serial numbered 21C / 1434 with a Maker's mark of G

very dark mottos

This is a really nice example of the classic side arm used during the U

The purpose of a flash hider is not to hide the weapon from the enemy

The matching nickel plated scabbard mounts are very good

Original U.S. Vietnam War Milpar M6 Bayonet with Experimental Knuckle Guard and M8A1 Scabbard Antique Cartridge Firearms and serial numbered 21C /Original Item: One of a kind. This experimental bayonet fighting knife began life an M6 bayonet for use with a the U. S. M14 rifle. However, a one piece cast aluminum grip panel with integrated knuckle duster guard was added in theater to create a close combat handheld weapon. It appears the bayonet may have become damaged, so it was adjusted and the handle cast directly around the tang and cross guard. This were very popular among USGIs in Vietnam