Greetings to all! I’m trying to figure out exactly what I have here. It’s clearly marked and after reading previous threads on this site and the interwebs, I understand the blade markings. But the crosspiece seems a little different from the photos I’m seeing
and I have no idea what the hilt markings mean. There is an “A” and a “53” and a tiny stamp just above and slightly right of the “53” mark.
This bayonet was stored with ACW items. Is there anything about it that would indicate it was or could have been used there?
The blade length is 21 3/4”, oal is 26 3/8” and it has 27 ribs.
Also, if anyone has a scabbard for one of these, I’d love to see a picture. I believe it’s supposed to be leather, and it’s possible I have one for this bayonet. Knowing what I’m looking for would make the search easier . There is a bit of mold on the leather, too, and advice on dealing with that would be appreciated!
This bayonet was stored with ACW items. Is there anything about it that would indicate it was or could have been used there?
The blade length is 21 3/4”, oal is 26 3/8” and it has 27 ribs.
Also, if anyone has a scabbard for one of these, I’d love to see a picture. I believe it’s supposed to be leather, and it’s possible I have one for this bayonet. Knowing what I’m looking for would make the search easier . There is a bit of mold on the leather, too, and advice on dealing with that would be appreciated!