I've got a M1905 16" blade bayonet marked UFH/ U (flaming bomb) S / 1942. It has the reddish-brown handles on it. It's a virgin blade, never had an edge put on it and 99% original finish overall. The scabbard is marked USN/MK1. Is the scabbard a kind of rarity? I've got a 9-42 M1 rifle that is a perfect match for the pair but I'd like to get the correct scabbard for the set. Why would the Navy have 16" bayonets? Why would they have bayos at all? Is this scabbard OK for Army issue?
Please pardon my ignorance and thanks to all any way.
Jon
Please pardon my ignorance and thanks to all any way.
Jon