U.S. Colt M7 Bayonet & USM8A1 Scabbard

 U.S. Colt M7 Bayonet & USM8A1 Scabbard

U.S. M7 Bayonet (M16 / M4 Pattern)

Manufacturer: Colt

Blade Marking: Colt / 62316 / Hartford, Conn. U.S.A.

Crossguard: Stamped U.S. M7

Era: Vietnam War / Cold War

Origin: United States

Scabbard: USM8A1 fiberglass scabbard

• Olive drab body
• Steel throat stamped USM8A1
• Correct canvas hanger with metal belt hooks and snap retention

Description:

Original U.S. Colt-manufactured M7 bayonet, produced under military contract for use with the M16-series rifles. Features correct parkerized blade with single fuller, intact muzzle ring, functional locking mechanism, and black checkered synthetic grips. Matched with a correct period USM8A1 scabbard as used throughout the Vietnam era.

Condition:

Very good service condition. Blade shows normal finish wear from issue and handling, no major damage. Grips are solid with no cracks. Lockup is tight. Scabbard complete and functional with expected field wear.