1 Ea. The significance of this mark is undocumented, however, it is most likely related to hardness testing. Eickhorn-Solingen Ltd. (7) Price - Display per page. Imperial Schrade Corp. of Ellenville, New York, was awarded the first M10 Scabbard contract, DAAA-09-85-C-1316, in November 1985. Blade has the correct markings -COLTS 62316, Hartford, Conn, USA, made in W.Germany. Parts bayonet?? Hauser Products was awarded contract, DAAA09-87-C-0130, in October 1986. MAP records do not show shipment of any bayonets to Turkey, which explains the need to produce indigenous bayonets for the M1. It doesn't have a 90 back cut, but the guard mark might be what you mean. General Cutlery Co: 198589, 199899 The belt hanger on this example is made of canvas, folded and stitched. See my working paper on Scabbards Produced by Viz Manufacturing Co. and Wilson-Duggar Co. Additional information is available in the Post-War M8A1 Scabbard Contracts Summary. 195759 SKIPH, 2-style clip-point blade with a M7 bayonet crosspiece and latch plate assembly. Victory Plastics Co. was awarded contract DA-19-020-ORD-2399 that led to a September 1954 final report titled M-8 Fiberglass Scabbard for M-4 Bayonet Knife, Project TS2-2028 Report No. Milpar produced M7 bayonets until their government contract bayonet production ended in March 1969. According to Cunningham, the 1954 contract was for 57,540 bayonets. M7 Bayonet made in Germany for COLT by Eickhorn (Solingen) marked "COLT" and "MADE IN GERMANY" on the ricasso, fits the M16 rifle, in black plastic scabbard marked "U.S. M8A1" (but not Made in Germany) on the throat. CAGE: 2V376 P/N 8427025 TheM7 Bayonet Contracts Summaryincludes informationregardingFiscal Year 196667 Milpar Contracts That Analysis Suggests Were for M7 Bayonets. Probably looking at some of the same places you've been. SKIP. The M6 bayonet was very similar to the M5A1, but used a conventional muzzle ring. Here's what I found interesting. Do you have the number 32316 also on the blade? Scabbard (body): "19204 ASSY 8448476" over "MFG 1Z803". In 1967, the Working Homes M8A1 scabbard output was 108,000 per month. Wilson-Duggar Co. of Jasper, AL, was formed in 1961 to manufacture magnetic toy building blocks. Obviously not the normal military design. This example from the final M6 bayonet contract is still sealed in its original packaging. Wilson-Duggar Co.: WD and VIZ/WD 196465 May 1962". The picture that I'm starting to see, is that Colt marked W German M7s were, 1) Not made to US standard for M7s, or 2) Made for foreign military forces, or 3) strictly for the collectors" market. A second order under this contract was placed in September 1972. Contract DAAF-03-67-C-0067 was awarded in April 1967. manufacturer symbol. Sign up for a new account in our community. It is believed that approximately 33,000 m/62 bayonets were procured by Denmark. The M8, M8A1, and M10 Scabbards have been used with the M4 through M7 series bayonets. GERMAN MADE M7 COLT-BAYONETS The early Colt contract Eickhorn's M7's from 1975-76 are the ones with the standard 2 piece handle held on with two screws of which approximately 80,000 were produced. Here's what I found interesting. In 1998, Hauser Products produced M10 Scabbards as a subcontractor for Lan Cay Inc. under contract DAAE20-98-P-0221. This is aunissued Vietnam War Colt 62316 M7 Bayonet.Please look at the pictures and judge for yourself the condition.Blade marked Colt 62316. they made a very limited number of these 30,000and they have become harder to find at a decent price.It also has an equally .. The M7 hilt (and grips) are longer than the M4. Completed M8A1 scabbards were packaged in pairs, encased in a heat-sealed cellophane wrapper, which was placed inside a cardboard carton. Contract SPE7L3-19-P-7158 was awarded to Harris Support Services LLC of Mosley, Virginia, in July 2019. The conversion entails what seems to be an impractical amount of work. The M7 differs from M6 bayonet for the M14 rifle. An example from this contract is pictured at left. This must have been small contract <$25,000 not reportable to FPDS or NARA, which would indicate a quantity of approx. Based on the $240,000 paid under this contract, the quantity was likely in the 35,00040,000 range. One piece grip fastened with screw bolts. M7 Bayonet, Danish / US M8A1 Bayonet and Scabbard. 19): The National Military And Sh, Arms And The Man Vol. A local, Fremont, OH, welding shop performed welding and fabrication work needed to refurbish the bayonets. Honor guard bayonets have a hard life. The manufacturers mark on Victory Plastics' post-War M8A1 scabbards was V.P. The 1950s scabbards differed from wartime M8A1 scabbards in only small details. w/ M8A1 Scabbard, Used, Good Condition Cunningham indicates a total quantity of 310,000 from Conetta's two 196669 M7 contracts. This Imperial Knife Co. M6 bayonet was plated for ceremonial use by honor guard personnel. Does anybody know more about it and have an idea of what it is worth? Initial deliveries were to begin by July 15, 1961, followed by 31,000 bayonets per month until completion. The 179th Infantry Regiment has a long history in the Oklahoma National Guard as part of the 45th Division (today, 45th Infantry Brigade Combat Team). colt m7 bayonet made in germany ballymena court news 0 $39.99. The blade marking, FAD'H, is an abbreviation for Forces Armes d'Haiti. This part number appears on the bayonets commercially made for Colt. Plastic training aid bayonet used by the U.S. Army at Ft. Benning, GA. Lace, Restraining Seven M6 bayonet contracts appear to have been let. U.S. government prime contractors, their Commercial And Government Entity (CAGE) Codes, and approximate years of production include: Imperial Schrade Corp. 74846: 198586 Blade: "A Co 1/179" scratched into blade. The blade is marked "Colt 62316". Adjusted for inflation, this corresponds to approximately $4.57 in October 1986, when the acquisition cost for the M10 Scabbard was $2.78. Despite professing to be a molded plastics factory, Wilson-Duggar Co. apparently proved incapable of manufacturing M8A1 scabbard bodies. The M7 bayonet is very similar to the older M4 bayonet with the Korean War era plastic grips for the M1/M2 carbines except that the M7 has a much larger muzzle ring. Whittaker Corporation's acquisition of Milpar was finalized almost concurrent to the government shutdown. 1956, incorporating an improved latch design. CAGE Code. This quantity is consistent with the total amount paid under the contract, so appears correct. Although Viz only produced M8A1 scabbards 196263, it appears that Viz and its owner, Victor I. Zelov, continued to influence M8A1 scabbard production until the last government-contract M8A1 scabbard was produced in 1970. Real curious to know, especially on an early one. German made Colt M7 bayonet with M8A1 scabbard in very good condition. Procurements resumed in 2018 via a set-aside program benefitting service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. This example has an October 1968 packing date. Its blade has some scratches and surface oxidation from usage, storage, and handling. The October 1964 death of Harry H. Beckwith thrust Victory Plastics President, Edwin L. Beckwith, into overall responsibility for Beckwith-Arden Inc. and Beckwiths subsidiaries. Utica Cutlery's 1945 contract priced the M1 bayonet at $2.78. long by 7.375in. Insufficient data exists to estimate how many M8A1 scabbards that Viz Manufacturing Co. produced. Payment is by USPS Money Order or PayPal only. Steel, brass, and wood replica model of a French. This contract was produced during the period when bayonets began to be assembled and packaged at Milpars New Lexington, OH, plant from parts manufactured at the Columbus, OH, headquarters plant. DAAE20-98-P-02418 A1/99". This example has an October 1963 packing date, which means that the contract was likely awarded in spring 1963. Camillus blades have the traditional 90-degree runout. By Sort by. SGT. "1005-00-073-9238 The Working Home operated from 18741979, as a sheltered workshop that provided employment for visually-impaired people. 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Mon-Fri: 10:00am 4:00pmSaturday & Sunday: Closed. Allocating additional resources to production of scabbard components was problematic, as doing so would adversely impact other Viz defense contract deliverables. over "DAAF 03-67-C-0069" over "A-" over "10/68". ), and likely also final inspection gauges. Crudely constructed of a pressed steel hilt mated with a recycled blade from an earlier Mauser bayonet. Scabbard: "U.S. M8A1" over "Made in W. Germany". Scabbard is in good condition with minimal scratching on surface. This commercial bayonet was inspired by an experimental bayonet considered during the Vietnam War which was not adopted. As shown in this comparison image, scabbards bearing Hauser's and General Cutlery Co's CAGE Codes both have the markings recessed below the surface in a similar font. Eickhorn W. Germany Manufactured - The Colt AR-15 Resource Eickhorn W. Germany Manufactured An early Colt contract Eickhorn M7 bayonet from 1975-76. The first bayonet supplied to the US military for the M16 (Colt 601) was very similiar to the well . Fullered blade with nearly all its original bright finish and no sharpening. U.S. government prime contractors and approximate years of production include: Imperial Knife Co.: M5 195354; M5A1 196768, 197273, and 1976 2 ea. However, circumstantial evidence consistently points to Viz Manufacturing Co. as the likely supplier. Hauser Products, Inc. was a Chicago, Il, plastics firm. This helps explain why these early Imperial M5 bayonets seem to have have survived in significant numbers. These showed up on the commercial market a few years ago. It is made extremely well, probably one of the best quality M7 bayonets made. Is the back cut of the blade 90 degrees or rounded out? Condition is about mint, back cut is a 90 degree angle, finish very dark parkerization, blade, original factory edge. Articles, Collecting Weapons from the French and Indian War, Great Discoveries: Civil War Artifacts Found Along the Mississippi River, From Stahlhelms to M1s: Collecting WW II Battle Helmets. FSN-8465-542-584216". Defense Acceptance Stamp (DAS). The scabbard throat flange is stamped "US M8" or "US M8A1" on the flat steel part along with manufacturer initials. The USA provided 51,338 M1 rifles to Korea between 1950 and 1963 under the Military Assistance Program. Other than some verdigris around the brass rivets and glove fastener, the scabbards remain perfectly preserved after more than 50 years in storage. 1005-00-017-9701 This example is from the first M5A1 bayonet contract awarded to Imperial Knife Co. J & D Tool Co. of Stamford, Connecticut was awarded two M5 bayonet contracts: DA-19-058-ORD-7889 in December 1954 and DA-11-199-ORD-2 in 1956. DA-11-199-ORD-728 It has been used since the 1970s on repacks of existing M7 bayonets that combined the bayonet and a M8A1 scabbard into a single carton. Note how the cardboard box is ink-stamped with the Defense Acceptance Stamp (DAS). Wooden Box Full of Antique Reloading Shotgun Shells Etc, Persian Damascus Steel Curved Blade Sword, W 4'' L 37'', Civil War Ames Model 1840 Light Artillery Saber, dated 1864, Chinese Qing 4th Rank Military Badge Tiger. CAGE: 2V376 P/N 1100077 $150.00 $20.00 shipping or Best Offer SPONSORED Fonerange M7 Bayonet Knife/US Scabbard Vietnam Era $189.05 Free shipping Read More Share Item The bayonet's grips are made of cast aluminum, painted black. A /86 The scabbard is a copy of the US M8A1, employing a British-style belt fastener. The U.S. Government adopted the "New Model" M7 as the Bayonet-Knife M7 in 1964. Victory Plastics' first post-War M8A1 scabbard production contract has long been attributed to 1953. An additional approximately 163,000 M10 Scabbards appear to have been produced in conjunction with government contracts for the M7 Bayonet/M10 Scabbard combo. It's the "Made in W. Germany" Colt marked M7 bayonet which was made in the 70s. 1 Each They made all of the US models from M4-M7, plus a bunch of European series for the G-3 rifles and others. More Items From eBay. The proper name for it was "Lace, Restraining, Scabbard." You don't have the retaining bar, or the hole it runs through. Scabbard is the correct model with proper pebble graining and marked "USM8-A1". However, a curved runout again appeared on Milpar bayonets ca. To date, approximately 230,000 individually-packaged M10 Scabbards appear to have been produced under U.S. government contracts. 3,746 bayonets were delivered under this contract. Imperials last prime contract was in 1985 for the M10 Scabbard. A/10/69. This example was made at the U.S. Army Training Support Center (TSC), Sand Hill, Fort Benning, GA, according to the provenance that accompanied it. U.S. government contract scabbards are molded of black plastic (other colors are commercial production). Wood grips held by two rivets. Production under both contracts appears to have occurred contemporaneously. NATO caliber C7 (M16) assault rifle. The M4 (M1/M2 carbine), M5 (M1 rifle), and M6 bayonet (M14 rifle), are all derived from the World War II M3 fighting knife. The history of Beckwith Manufacturing Co., Victory Plastics Co., and their scabbard production has been well-documented by authors/researchers, Gary Cunningham and Frank Trzaska. This bayonet that I have was claimed by the previous owner to be a prototype from the U.S. M9 bayonet competition, but I DO NOT believe this to be the case. ), Muzzleloading Modern & Replica Pistols (flint), Muzzleloading Modern & Replica Pistols (perc), United States Patent Firearms Revolvers/Pistols, Century Arms International (CAI) - Shotguns. (Scabbards by Imperial and Ontario have raised markings and use a different font.). The olive green scabbard body for the Imperial-made Colt New Model bayonet is unique. 164.99 . 242.50 . Pennsylvania Working Home for the Blind: PWH 196568; TWB 196970. About 80,000 were produced. Two different manufacturer symbols were used by the Working Home: PWH was used 196568. As shown in the images at left, the bayonet is sealed in a foil preservative wrapper inside a cardboard box. Imperial Knife Co. was awarded its first two M7 contracts in 1973. The lace is 52in. Devices Fabrication is the U.S. Army entity responsible for the design and fabrication of training devices such as pugil equipment, targets, rubber ducks (e.g., M4, M16A2, M240B, M60, M249), Improvised Explosive Device (IED) training aids, fox hole stands, weapon mock-ups, and many other devices. Go on ebay and type Colt M7 and you'll easily find the one I mean. The M7 bayonet is a bayonet that was used by the U.S. military for the M16 rifle, it can also be used with the M4 carbine as well as many other assault rifles . This example was packaged in October 2011. Colt's Manufacturing Company now serves the civilian market, while Colt Defense serves the law enforcement, military, and private security markets worldwide. Milpar was awarded contract DA-11-199-ORD-601 on February 15, 1961. Examples are found with both stacked leather and plastic grips. The M5A1 designation had not yet been finalized, resulting in the bayonets being marked M5-1, instead. M-1956 Contract No. M7 Knife Bayonet Vietnam War Era w M8A1 Scabbard f Military USMC Army & P38. Columbus Milpar & Manufacturing Co.: 196167 The Working Home was the final prime contractor for M8A1 scabbards 19651970, assembling approximately 4 million scabbards. M7 Bayonet made in Germany for COLT by Eickhorn (Solingen) marked "COLT" and "MADE IN GERMANY" on the ricasso, fits the M16 rifle, in black plastic scabbard marked "U.S. M8A1" (but not Made in Germany) on the throat. Other manufacturers included Carl Eickhorn [for Colt], Columbus Milpar & Mfg. The example pictured at left is an early J & D Tool Co. M5. 1 EA They were made in the 70s. However, this quantity is too low for the amount paid, so must have been based on a a partial report. 1 Each Bayonet-knife for use on the 7.62 mm. I had no idea it was made in the 70's since when my dad gave it to me it looked like it was made yeasterday. Our Friends at Classic Firearm Parts may have it in stock. "A TRUE AMERICAN COMBAT HERO" THE COLT M7 BAYONET FOR THE M16 RIFLE, WARNING:This product can expose you to Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. 5.0 out of 5 stars 1. If you have images or information to contribute, please send me an email. (M7 Bayonet - Knife Only) When the company formally changed its name to Viz Manufacturing Co., in 1965, DOD found that another firm, Curtis Mfg. Mfr./Contr. The upper portion of the butt plate has been milled away. However, some (if not all) Wilson-Duggar Co. M8A1 scabbards were apparently assembled using externally-supplied subassemblies (steel throatpieces and plastic scabbard bodies). Aerial Cutlery Co.: M5 1954; M5A1 ca. 1 Ea. Made in Germany, its overall length is 11.75-inches, and its blade measures 6.625-inches. They are entirely of Turkish manufacture. My research (below) adds a few more details regarding their post-War production and my working paper on the Post-War Trajectory of Beckwith Manufacturing Co. adds some new information regarding Beckwith's and Victory Plastics' final years. This quantity is consistent with the total amount paid under the contract, so appears correct. The bayonet was manufactured under the Colt contract by the Imperial Knife Company. The scabbards received with this Colt M7 bayonet are designed to fit the german G3 and any 7" bayonet including the M7. Firearm Discussion and Resources from AR-15, AK-47, Handguns and more! Vintage Tupperware 10" Cake Taker & 9" Pie Taker Keeper. With the 90 degree back cut, that should make it a legit G3/M16 German issue, but if the cross guard is not right, then it makes me wonder. Hauser Products, Inc. 1Z803: 198687 At least I understand exactly where the mark is. Throatpiece: "U.S. M8A1" over "V. P. Co.". The "leg-tie" shipped with the M8A1 Scabbard is often thought to be a boot lace. Wilson-Duggar Co. was awarded a contract to produce M8A1 scabbards on July 12, 1963, prevailing over both Viz Manufacturing Co. and Victory Plastics Co. Wilson-Duggar Co. produced M8A1 scabbards in 1964, possibly into 1965. CAGE: 20014 P/N 1100077 Some Milpar M7 bayonets have a chevron on the latch plate. It's in a "PWH" M8A1, excellent condition, with the retaining strap moved down to the center of the belt loop. Sactroop- Great site! The M8A1 scabbard with this example was assembled at the Pennsylvania Working Home for the Blind 196970. The curved edge runout seen in images at left is typical of later Imperial M7 bayonets from the 1980, 1893, and 1984 contracts. Only one Fraser contract appears to be associated with the M16 rifle, resulting in two orders, both of which I believe are for M7 bayonets. Getting interesting! Pewter Chartres Maze Labyrinth Pendant Christian Wicca. Made in Germany, its overall length is 11.75-inches, and its blade measures 6.625-inches. w/ M8A1 Scabbard, Used, Very Good to Excellent Condition Shipping Show Details Schematics Show Details Help Show Details Note how large the tie hole in the tip is, compared to a U.S.-made M8A1 scabbard. All M8A1 scabbards produced under Beckwith's government contracts were manufactured by Victory Plastics in Hudson, MA. Bayonet-Knife for use on the 5.56mm. You may find information on this page that does not appear in existing publications or may differ from what is previously-published. They were made in the 60s by Imperial, but their name is not marked on the bayonet. Read more about the Working Home's production of scabbards in my article:M8A1 Scabbards Produced at the Pennsylvania Working Home for the Blind. This figure was based on Viz Manufacturing Cos 1969 scabbard contract, which has since been proven to have been for plastic M1917 bayonet scabbards. I'm pleased with my bayonet, but am on a quest to find out more. Two orders were placed under contract 723 and three orders were placed under contract 0431, totalling $1.3 million. These should not command such a high price as the other one, but often does. Zelov maintained a self-imposed ceiling of 498 employees to ensure Viz Manufacturings eligibility for small-employer federal contracting preferences. So I'm sure there was plenty of old stock around. Co. By This contract was not identified in Cunningham. Contract SPRDL1-18-P-0495 was awarded to Aces Enterprises, LLC of Dunlap, Illinois, in September 2018. The M7 has been partially replaced by the M9 bayonet in Army service, and the Marine Corps replaced it with the OKC-3S bayonet. April 15, 2010 in EDGED WEAPONS. The muzzle ring is broken, which suggests that this example has seen some rough use. With, of course the Colt markings. Much darker finish. The firm we know as Viz Manufacturing Co. was a highly sought-after Philadelphia, PA, government contractor who also manufactured electronic weather instruments and sensitive electronics used in munitions. They will go up in value rapidly after this current batch dries up. [N.p., ca. These included U.S. M1, M5A1, and M6 bayonets. I pulled the blade out far enough to see the Colt emblem and germany mark at the base of the blade and thats it. What are they worth un issued? DAAF03-73-D-1030-0001 Scabbard Body (front): Turkish Crescent and MKE trademark. I also post articles, working papers, and other reference material developed from my research on this site. This style of bayonet was used in the Vietnam war on the M16 Rifle and M4 Carbine, it could also be found on the combat shotguns of the era (Model 12, Ithaca 37, and Mossberg 500). Dimensions: Blade length- 6.5"' Blade Width- 7/8" Blade Thickness- 3/16" Tang Length- 4.75" Steel Type- 1095 Condition- These blades are ground to shape with bevels, holes drilled and heat treated. Like new. 1 EA Atlanta, Georgia 30328 | 877.481.5750. The question I have is the M7 stamp. The M7's 1095 carbon steel blade is 6 3/4 inches long, with an overall length of 11.9 inches. This example, from Milpar's very first bayonet contract, is still sealed in its original packaging. The 1954 contract amount was reported as $94,863. Belt Hanger (inside dome fastener): "Tiger" (2) stars and 3 letters. For additional information, see the Global Shipping Program, German Eickhorn Colt US M7 Bayonet with Sheath Made in Germany, It appears in excellent shape with original Eickhorn Scabbard. Scabbard, Bayonet-Knife, M8A1 Here you go. The contract was for a minimum quantity of 144,415 scabbards. Co. - Visioneering-Bunnel Division, of Cleveland, OH, was already assigned the symbol VIZ. 7TH SPECIAL FORCES ABN. Milpar's 196667 M7 contracts are not well-documented. Scabbard Body (reverse): Turkish Crescent and MKE trademark. Model- M7 Bayonet Manufacturer- Eickhorn Solingen, Germany Price is for 1 blade blank. The most famous Colt firearmsinclude theColt Walker, theSingle Action Armyor Peacemaker, theColt Python, and the ColtM1911pistol, which is currently the longest-standing military and law enforcement service handgun in the world and is still used today. Like new. Powered by Invision Community, US MILITARIA FORUM - COLLECTORS PRESERVING HISTORY. 1005-00-017-9701 Victory Plastics Co. was the sole producer of M8 and M8A1 scabbards from 19431961. CAGE: 20014 P/N 8448476 Ontario Knife Co. of Franklinville, New York, was awarded its first M10 Scabbard contract, DAAA-09-88-C-0129, in November 1987. The added M4 crosspiece covers the ricasso up to original blade runout. It can be used as a fighting knife and utility tool. Click below to begin your paid subscription. Grips are complete and tight with NO cracks or chips. Leather scabbard marked 120.R.14.173 for Wurttemberg. U.S. Bayonet-Knife M6 modified to mount to the caliber .30 U.S. Carbine M1. However, Cunningham indicates that a design change was implemented mid-contract to increase the amount of offset between the belt strap assembly (belt hanger) and scabbard body, by lengthening the steel top plate flange. 1980s-2000s]. Item Name: FS Colt SP1 for Sale - great condition * Bayonet & Scabbard added* Location: Jasper Zip Code: 30143 Item is for: Sale Only Sale Price: $1900. Another quantity surfaced in 2017, about the time Turkey returned 13,000 M1 rifles to the U.S. Government. This bayonet and scabbard are crude copies of the U.S. M5 bayonet and M8A1 scabbard. It is unclear whether or not Wilson-Duggar Co. ever manufactured their own subassemblies. New scabbards were shipped with the lace attached. 8448476 is the official part number assigned to the M10 Scabbard. Additional information is also found in the M7 Bayonet Contracts Summary. This quantity is consistent with the amount paid under the contract. The quantity produced has not been found. 1954 contract, the M5 bayonet cost $1.65. According to Frank Trzaska, they were assembled by New Jersey (today, Pennsylvania) surplus dealer SARCO, Inc., using parts they purchased from Conetta's liquidation sale. For example, Viz Manufacturing Co. had supplied some of the subassemblies used by the Working Home's immediate predecessor, Wilson-Duggar Co.; the Working Home was located only 9 miles from Viz Manufacturing Co.; and, the owner of Viz Manufacturing Co., Victor I. Zelov, served on the Working Home's Board of Managers from 1965 thru at least 1967. This quantity is consistent with the total amount paid under the contract, so appears correct. J & D Tool Co. appears to have encountered challenges in producing blades. No longer sealed in a cellophane wrapper inside a cardboard carton, the two scabbards are in a foil-lined Kraft Paper wrapper, sealed inside a polyethylene outer package. These were catalogued under NSN 1005-00-017-9701: Bayonet-Knife M7 with Scabbard. The M5A1 design improvement was implemented very quickly: mid-contract at J & D Tool Co. and with a new contract at Aerial Cutlery Co. A result was that these first examples of the M5A1 bayonet were marked M51. The last M8A1 Scabbards produced cost $1.60 each. These should not command such a high price as the other one, but often does. Production can easily be scaled to whatever quantity is required without encountering difficulties in obtaining specialized components, as had occurred with the M8A1 scabbard. The only M4 bayonet to bear this mark was the 1954 Imperial contract (Turner M4s had a -in. 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