US M5 A1 Bayonet w/M8A1 Scabbard - WD
(7630HWS-C)
LIMITED ITEM. SURPLUS - PREVIOUSLY OWNED. Once they are gone, we may not get any more. Sold As-Is. NON-REFUNDABLE.
This bayonet has a damaged handle (see pics). Otherwise in very good condition. The scabbard is highly prized since it is very hard to find with WD on it.
The M5 Bayonet was developed in 1953 as a replacement for M1 Garand rifle bayonets. Unlike its predecessors, the M5 does not require a muzzle band to be attached to the rifle barrel. Instead, it uses a stud that fits the gas cylinder lock screw under the M1 barrel. In response to complaints about the difficulty of removing the M1 bayonet while wearing heavy winter gloves, the M5 includes a lug release button that can be pressed to easily remove the bayonet, even when wearing gloves.
This military bayonet, the US M5 A1, scabbard was produced during the years of 1965 to 1969. Known U.S. manufacturers of the M8A1 include VIZ Manufacturing in Philadelphia, Pa., as well as unknown highly prized manufacturer(s) that marked the scabbards “WD” or “VIZ/WD.”
Features of the Bayonet:
- Condition: Good (does have a problem on the handle and the spring of the lever to slide on the weapon does not spring - see image)
- Is the Grip molded plastic - damaged - see image
- Blade Length: 6.75"
- Overall Length: 11.5"
- Unknown manufacturer(s) that marked the scabbards “WD”
- Engraved on guard: HIL PAR COL - see image
LIMITED ITEM: Limited Availability. ONCE THEY ARE GONE WE WILL NOT GET ANY MORE. Usually available for pickup in our store in Las Vegas, or would ship ASAP. The purchaser is responsible for conforming to all applicable Country, State and Local laws. All items with a combined total of $100.00 or any collectable items (one of a kind) will be shipped with SIGNATURE REQUIRED. Must be 18 or older to purchase. Item can ONLY be shipped within the U.S.