Jump to content

Help with Socket Bayonets


all-bull
 Share

Recommended Posts

Hey there,

I'm trying to ID some some socket bayonets and I am driving myself crazy. I've been trying to use Jenzen's book, and everytime I think I find a match, there is one measurement that always seems to be off. So I figured I would post them here!

 

Bayonet #1:

Overall length: 21"

Socket length: 3"

Blade length: 18"

Elbow length: approx: 3/4"

Socket OD: approx 13/16"

Markings: none

blade tip: sharp

 

post-2063-0-54415300-1491680210_thumb.jpg

post-2063-0-01888000-1491680220_thumb.jpg

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Bayonet #2:

Overall length: 18 3/16"

Socket length: 3"

Blade length: 15 3/16"

Elbow length: approx: 1 1/4"

Socket OD: approx 3/4"

Markings: US

blade tip: dull

 

post-2063-0-91688100-1491680548_thumb.jpg

post-2063-0-95225100-1491680557_thumb.jpg

Link to comment
Share on other sites

The first one looks like a Winchester M1873 socket bayonet.

 

The second one is probably a US M1873 that has been shortened. There was a M1873 Cadet bayonet, however, it had a 16 in. blade.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Awesome thanks! Those are what I was leaning towards between my reference book and your webpage but figured if I post them here I would know for sure. Thanks!

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
 Share

×
×
  • Create New...