UTICA U.S. M8A1 Bayonet Scabbard

Era: WWII-Vietnam War (c. 1944-1970’s) 

Manufacturer: Varied (PWH, BM Co, VP, WD, etc) 

Material: Fiberglass body with olive drab canvas cover and metal throat 

Design Features: 

Improve version of the M8 Scabbard

Reinforced throat with extended web hanger 

Designed for M4, M5, M6 and M7 bayonets

Belt Hook for U.S web gear

U.S. Military issue. Shows typical service wear consistent with age and field use. No major cracks to body; metal throat intact; webbing present. 

The M8A1 scabbard was adopted late in WWII and became the standard U.S. bayonet scabbard through Korea and Vietnam.