A question for the Advanced Bayonet Collector regarding FAL Bayonts

[Peter Laidler]

Note the first pic just shows the figure 8 on the tang, in front of the pommel. The same figure 8 is stamped onto the rear of the pommel with the letters DD. There are no other markings.

Could this be some idea to create a clearance hole?

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[tankhunter]

Note the first pic just shows the figure 8 on the tang, in front of the pommel. The same figure 8 is stamped onto the rear of the pommel with the letters DD. There are no other markings.

Could this be some idea to create a clearance hole?

Peter, It's ONLY a theory, But. Do you THINK there MAY be a Possibility that this could be a Rivit hole that was drilled in the Incorrect position & utilised? It obviously would not be to Spec, BUT, COULD have been used as it does not affect the assembly as you can see! Just a thought......................
I know from my Own Post Service Expierience, that some manufacturers are reluctant to cast incorrectly manufactured componants IF, they can be reworked. There is also the fact that manufacturers CAN get concessions in Manufacturing contracts. I have acually seen this done, many times! Again, just my own thoughts/ expiriences.............