Original U.S. Extremely Rare Type I M-1816 Fencing Training Socket Bayonet - Whalebone “Baleen” Blade with Leather-Wrapped Rubber Ball Japanese Replica and looks to be an

and looks to be an unmarked period replacement

Foam padding is missing as well

perfect for an Early Aviation enthusiast

spawned the need for the Pouch for Small Articles

Original U.S. Extremely Rare Type I M-1816 Fencing Training Socket Bayonet - Whalebone “Baleen” Blade with Leather-Wrapped Rubber Ball Japanese Replica and looks to be anOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is one of the scarcest bayonets we have ever offered at IMA. The M 1816 Fencing Bayonet utilized the socket from a M 1816 22 27 socket bayonet, and had the blade removed, with a short rectangular receptacle replacing the blade. The receptacle accepted the end of a flexible bayonet blade made from baleen (referred to a whalebone in the period). The baleen was used to make items that were lightweight, but also