Original U.S. Vietnam War Milpar M6 Bayonet with Experimental Knuckle Guard and M8A1 Scabbard Antique Cartridge Firearms fighting in the Normandy hedgerows

fighting in the Normandy hedgerows

from the 35th Infantry Division Antitank Battalion (Provisional)

and serial numbered 21C / 1434 with a Maker's mark of G

The purpose of a flash hider is not to hide the weapon from the enemy

Original U.S. Vietnam War Milpar M6 Bayonet with Experimental Knuckle Guard and M8A1 Scabbard Antique Cartridge Firearms fighting in the Normandy hedgerowsOriginal Item: One of a kind. This experimental bayonet fighting knife began life an M6 bayonet for use with a the U. S. M14 rifle. However, a one piece cast aluminum grip panel with integrated knuckle duster guard was added in theater to create a close combat handheld weapon. It appears the bayonet may have become damaged, so it was adjusted and the handle cast directly around the tang and cross guard. This were very popular among USGIs in Vietnam