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WINCHESTER US MODEL 1917 BAYONET - RARE UNMARKED VERSION - *NEAR MINT CONDITION* For Sale


WINCHESTER US MODEL 1917 BAYONET - RARE UNMARKED VERSION - *NEAR MINT CONDITION*
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WINCHESTER US MODEL 1917 BAYONET - RARE UNMARKED VERSION - *NEAR MINT CONDITION*:
$415.00

ORIGINAL WWI WINCHESTER M1917 BAYONETEXCELLENT CONDITION WITH MINT BLADERARE VERSION - APPEARS UNISSUED & UNUSEDNO U.S. OR ORDNANCE MARKINGS& UNDATEDWITH EXCELLENT SCABBARD
This sale is for an ORIGINAL World War One United States Model 1917 Bayonet Manufactured by Winchester. This is a Very Rare Version with NO Manufacture Date and NO US or Ordnance Markings. The bayonet only bears the Winchester \"W\" in a Circle Marking. This bayonet is for use with the US Model 1917 Bolt Action Rifle and All US Trench Shotguns from WWI through Vietnam. This Bayonet is in EXCELLENT to NEAR MINT CONDITION. The blade is in MINT CONDITION and as new. All other aspects of the bayonet are Excellent to Excellent Plus. The Scabbard is Excellent as well with only minor signs of age and wear from long term storage. This is truly a beautiful example of a rare, advanced collector grade bayonet. There is no upgrading from this one!These bayonets seem to be a bit of a mystery to collectors. Some \"experts\" say they are \"pre-production\" models made in small quantities prior to them being mass produced by Winchester. Other collectors believe they are \"overruns\" manufactured for a brief period after the contract for military production ended. Some believe this small quantity of \"overruns\" were packed away as surplus and never utilized by the US military. While others say that a very small quantity were sold to federal law enforcement and police departments in the 1920s for use with surplus trench shotguns. These blades were manufactured of Hardened, Tempered and Polished Steel and then Sand Blasted to the Pommel. This gave the blade a dull metal finish and left a line of Bluing (or Browning in WWI Terms) just above the pommel and crossguard / crosspiece. The remaining parts were oil blackened. As you can see all of the finish on the blade of this bayonet remains exactly as it was when it was manufactured. This bayonet is Guaranteed 100% Authentic and unaltered. It has NOT been refinished or changed in any way. It is EXACTLY as it was when it was manufactured for WWI. The area of bluing on the blade is crisp and distinct and the Winchester stamping is bold and easy to see. The Edge of the blade is in Mint Condition as is the Tip. Every aspect of the blade is perfect. The walnut grips maintain excellent color and are in Excellent Condition. They show virtually no signs of age, wear or use. There is no cracking or damage of any sort. They are beautiful! The finish to the remaining metal areas is also Excellent and there are NO Defects. The locking button functions perfectly and is firmly in place. I honestly cannot find anything other than VERY minor, very small spots of wear to the finish at the rear of the bayonet and the loop of the crossguard. These tiny spots are extremely hard to see and only visible under bright light and very close examination. They may very well have been there since the day the bayonet was made. This US Model 1917 Bayonet Scabbard shows minor signs of age and wear from long term storage. This is a Wartime United States Manufactured Scabbard, NOT a British manufacture. It is in overall EXCELLENT CONDITION. The leather shows some scattered scuffing and wear as well as a few very small, minor scrapes. The leather Maintains ALL Manufacturer\'s markings to the rear. The Metal end piece and metal throat with hanger are also excellent and undamaged. They show wear to their finishes, but have no rust or corrosion. The manufacturer\'s stamps also remain very clear on both ends. The metal end and throat/hanger remain FIRMLY attached to the leather portion. This is the Most Solid scabbard of this type we have seen in a long time! I simply cannot say enough about this bayonet and scabbard. I have been collection for the vast majority of my life and this is truly the nicest example of an M1917 bayonet and scabbard that I have EVER SEEN! This is it, you will never be able to or have to upgrade from this bayonet! I simply do not see how you could ever find one in better condition! Winchester manufactured bayonets of this type are highly sought after in almost any condition. To find one that is a rare unmarked example and in near mint condition, I dare say, may be a once in a lifetime opportunity! PLEASE examine all photos closely and ask any questions that you may have. Thank you for looking and good luck offerding!!!
If you are interested in unique pieces of REAL World War One and World War Two history, then RUSH to visit our store, Old Patriot Militaria or \"OPM\" as many of our new \"Insiders\" now call us. Receiving our email newsletter will make you an \"Old Patriot Insider\" and keep you on the front lines with information on our new and upcoming listings. We will provide you with inside information regarding our items on a regular basis. If you are a serious collector, you will not want to miss out. We will be offering many more rare and museum quality groupings, collections and individual pieces in the near future. So, have your \"Battle Plan\" ready, because at any time we may list exactly what you are looking for!!! WE REQUIRE PAYMENT FOR ALL ITEMS WITHINFIVE CALENDAR DAYS OF THE sale\'SCLOSE. IF YOU MAKE NO ATTEMPT TO CONTACT US OR PAY WITHIN 5 DAYS, WE WILL REPORT YOU TO , RELIST THE ITEM AND BAN YOU FROM ALL FUTURE sales AND SALES. HAS RECENTLY INCREASED SELLER PROTECTION AND NOW SELLERS CAN REPORT NON-PAYING BUYERS DIRECTLY TO ON THE response PAGE. IF YOU CANNOT PAY WITHIN FIVE CALENDAR DAYS, PLEASE DO NOT offer!!!
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