Unknown bayonet.... help

[Marc verstraete]

Unknown bayonet...... help
Hi guys, found this strange bayonet lately with some US stuff.......
Is it Japanese? Russian ….???? Any value???
Thanks,
Marc

[Marc verstraete]

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[Marc verstraete]

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[DaveG]

It appears to be a Japanese Type 44 folding bayonet (third variation?) for the Arisaka carbine. In his bayonet book Janzen indicates that there were 24,500 of these bayonets produced.

Regards,

Dave

[Marc verstraete]

Thank you Dave, any idea of aproximate value?
Marc

[DaveG]

Marc, couldn't hazard a guess. I'm sure that your follow forum members who specialize in Japanese bayonets will be able to help you.

Best Regards,

Dave