Japanese bayonet

[Ljungberg]

Goo evening friends!
What do you think about this japanese bayonete?
Is the leather holder OK, it doesent look like other ive seen. Thanks from a sunny Sweden!

[Stu W]

Based upon what I see here (scroll down to frogs) ...

http://lvstrings.com/bayonet/

... I'd say it's authentic although incomplete.

Regards,
Stu

[monkeyboy]

The bayonet is original. However the bayonet has been refurbished by the Chinese postwar. It's been heavily blued and the Chinese added new grips and grip fasteners.

The frog too is postwar Chinese, it's missing the retaining strap and buckle.

There seem to be a lot of these bayonets in Europe. Jon

[Jareth]

I agree with Jon !

[Ljungberg]

More photos before i complain to the seller!

[Ljungberg]

Two more, thanks a lot for your help
If somebody could inform me where to find a textbook one complete and in good condition, i would be very happy!