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Broken/incomplete USN MK1 training bayonet, restorable?


M1Garandy
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I have a pile of interesting bits enroute to me including an M1 bayonet, a NOS M1918 mounted cartridge belt, some TM's and other stuff. With this pile of stuff is a broken/incomplete USN MK1 training bayonet.

 

The grip scales and all the latch works are missing and the barrel ring is broken off. The blade was also painted silver. I know that LOTS of these bayonets were/are broken.

 

Are any parts out there or is my best bet to find a USN MK1 with a broken blade and strip it for parts?

 

Thanks.

 

 

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This is a common problem with these plastic bayonets. IMHO the muzzle rings are not repairable and the most common damage problem. I would sell it as is or use it for parts.

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I would sell it as is or use it for parts.

Perhaps I can find one with a broken blade and swap the parts over to my intact blade.

 

I'm not sure how optimistic of a plan that is but I don't see too many of these around in any condition.

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