M1 bayonett without a guard - need help

[rugersworld]

I have just the blade of an AFH bayonett with the 2 holes in the tang. Has anyone had experience installing a guard? What should I use for the pins in the holes?

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[browningautorifle]

The pins have to be soft enough to flare into the opening. They aren't that hard to begin with but they aren't say...nails. On the other hand I wouldn't use a drill bit either. Something in between. I was lucky and had the original pins to work with. The hardest part I think will be getting the correct size.