M1 Bayonet

I'm trying to buy a M1 bayonet that has original finish, not a reweld, not a repro, etc. Does anybody have some advice on what to look for? How can you tell if it's original finish? I've seen several on ebay/gunbroker that have varying colors from light to dark for the same manufacturer. How about a repro? Thanks in advance...

Start by reading Bayonet Points No. 23, 24 & 29 here:

Bayonet Points

check the post a few lines down , there is one for sale

https://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=9639

Thanks gunbarrel you answered my question also! :super: