Jr. Collector Posted August 21, 2013 Share #1 Posted August 21, 2013 i got this bayonet today at a gun shop that me and my grandpa sometimes go to. It was a really good price so i figured i should buy because i didnt think i would find another one in this condition for a good price. Its a 16 inch Oneida with an Mk2 scabbard. Feel free to make any comments. Link to post Share on other sites
king802 Posted August 21, 2013 Share #2 Posted August 21, 2013 Very nice Oneida Bayonet. One of the more difficult makers to find that haven't been cut down. Great find. Rich Collector of Fixed bail M1 Helmets https://m.facebook.com/M1Helmet/ "The dreams of Empire lure the hearts of Kings - and so men die" Burma, 1944 Link to post Share on other sites
mikeg Posted August 21, 2013 Share #3 Posted August 21, 2013 nice find. Link to post Share on other sites
cplnorton Posted August 21, 2013 Share #4 Posted August 21, 2013 Really nice. You used to see a lot of 16'' bayonets, but not anymore. Link to post Share on other sites
KurtA Posted August 21, 2013 Share #5 Posted August 21, 2013 An excellent buy. When it comes to blades, always go for "condition." Link to post Share on other sites
warguy Posted August 21, 2013 Share #6 Posted August 21, 2013 I agree, great find, tough to find in this condition. Congrats I am eagerly collecting Pre-WWII USMC material. Any Marine Corps Span Am era, WWI, Banana Wars, or China Marine related material is especially sought after. Let me know if you have something you want to part with. Link to post Share on other sites
HistoryNut Posted August 21, 2013 Share #7 Posted August 21, 2013 Very nice find! I think it is great your grandpa takes you out collecting. Link to post Share on other sites
skautdog Posted August 21, 2013 Share #8 Posted August 21, 2013 Nice job. You were smart to buy it when you saw it. I've gone back to purchase something only to find it gone too many times. Also, congrats for studying and knowing what you saw. Most important, enjoy the time with your gramps! Ken Duty is the sublimest word in our language. Do your duty in all things. You cannot do more. You should never wish to do less." GEN Robert E. Lee Link to post Share on other sites
bayonetman Posted August 21, 2013 Share #9 Posted August 21, 2013 Very nice. A lot of the nice 16 inch blades are found in USN scabbards, possibly because the Navy did not go through the shortening program to speak of - and the scabbards were surplus after the Mark 1 bayonets were surplussed. Although a lot of these were undoubtedly matched up long after they left military hands, it is certainly not beyond the realm of possibility that this happened to some extent while still in service. PLEASE NOTE: THIS COMMUNITY MEMBER, SADLY, HAS PASSED AWAY Please click here to read the tributes to Gary: Link to post Share on other sites
Tony V Posted August 21, 2013 Share #10 Posted August 21, 2013 Jr. Congratulations on your first 16"er ! Looks to be in very nice condition. Tony Link to post Share on other sites
lovnik Posted August 21, 2013 Share #11 Posted August 21, 2013 That is very (very) nice, Jr. Collector. Congrats on the find. Link to post Share on other sites
Misfit 45 Posted August 22, 2013 Share #12 Posted August 22, 2013 Check to see how many "flaming bombs" you have. My OL has one on the sharp side of the blade and on the cross guard. Marv Link to post Share on other sites
Jr. Collector Posted August 22, 2013 Author Share #13 Posted August 22, 2013 thanks for all the posts guys! And yes i love going to shops like that with my grandpa. I will have to check my bayonet when i get home for more flaming bombs. Link to post Share on other sites
Got da Penny Posted August 22, 2013 Share #14 Posted August 22, 2013 Very Clean !!! I also like that its a 16'er with a hard to find maker. definitely one to keep for the next 10 or so yrs and watch you investment grow. *** NEW *** Honorplace Site for Grandfather Link to post Share on other sites
Neuron Posted August 22, 2013 Share #15 Posted August 22, 2013 Very nice condition, great find. Link to post Share on other sites
claymore Posted August 23, 2013 Share #16 Posted August 23, 2013 A beauty!!! What did you have tot give for it, if you mind my asking? [img]http://www.usmilitariaforum.com/usmfribbons/donation2014.gif[/img] Link to post Share on other sites
BOLO Posted August 23, 2013 Share #17 Posted August 23, 2013 I think it would make a nice display piece with a early WWII M1917A1 helmet & Web ammo belt Link to post Share on other sites
Jr. Collector Posted August 24, 2013 Author Share #18 Posted August 24, 2013 A beauty!!! What did you have tot give for it, if you mind my asking? no i dont mind You asking. it was $175 and i got it for $150. And i just picked up an m1917a1 so ill have to get the belt and show the display! i checked my bayonet and it only has one flaming bomb Link to post Share on other sites
Misfit 45 Posted August 24, 2013 Share #19 Posted August 24, 2013 In that condition.... excellent buy... very nice. A nice knife at a good price you win twice. Marv Link to post Share on other sites
claymore Posted August 27, 2013 Share #20 Posted August 27, 2013 super cool!!!! made your day I bet! Claymore [img]http://www.usmilitariaforum.com/usmfribbons/donation2014.gif[/img] Link to post Share on other sites
Torch03 Posted August 27, 2013 Share #21 Posted August 27, 2013 Nice find! Congrats! Matt 8240th AU - UNPFK - UNPIK Website: https://www.8240th.com 8240th AU Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/8240thAU Top Dollar Paid For Korean War 8240th AU - UNPFK - UNPIK Link to post Share on other sites
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