Italian M1 Carbine Bayonet

[Aragorn243]

I spotted one of these on ebay the other day and opted to research availability before bidding. A lot of dealers seem to have them in stock but Northridge International seemed to be the best deal. Wasn't sure what condition I would get but this one arrived in un-issued condition. Dated 1959, I've read the dates vary. So if you want a good one, grab them while you can.

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[browningautorifle]

Seldom seen around here, that one's nice shape.

[porterkids]

There are two different scabbards for the Italian M4 bayonets. One is similar to the US M8 and the other is a cut down Vetterli steel-mounted leather scabbard.

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[Aragorn243]

My word, talk about recycling. That second scabbard is just wild.

[browningautorifle]

That second scabbard is very interesting, I'd have grabbed it too.

[porterkids]

They made a similar scabbard for the M1 Garand bayonets that were made there.

Attachment 85210

[browningautorifle]

They'd have sure had enough of them.

[Aragorn243]

Found the BM53 bayonet and the M1 bayonet with the repurpossed scabbard on ebay last night. Should have them in a few days.