roadapples
Well-Known Member
I have a M7 bayonet that I've been carrying around for quite a few years, (since I decided that the idea of getting a different bayonet everytime they were issued and spending way to much time sharpening and giving TLC to the point of wearing out my patience only to start over again was a non-winning situation) that I have decided to refurb/ refinish into a "presentation grade" desk ornament, that will still be uasable if really needed.
The question is with the government tolerences on the guard - big X shape hole were it fits on the blade/ OEM U shaped guard keeper to hold it somewhat steady; what opinoins are out there as to removing the wiggle of the guard on the blade?
This will also affect how I make a new burl maple handle- wrapped/ enclosed scales or drill through and notched out.
Has anyone tried to do this? Thoughts/ recommendations or should I just get my head examined, due to this will end up being a minumum of 3 to do (if mine turns out I'll have to make 2 more for my former battle buddies)
Thanks in advance for input and suggestions!
The question is with the government tolerences on the guard - big X shape hole were it fits on the blade/ OEM U shaped guard keeper to hold it somewhat steady; what opinoins are out there as to removing the wiggle of the guard on the blade?
This will also affect how I make a new burl maple handle- wrapped/ enclosed scales or drill through and notched out.
Has anyone tried to do this? Thoughts/ recommendations or should I just get my head examined, due to this will end up being a minumum of 3 to do (if mine turns out I'll have to make 2 more for my former battle buddies)
Thanks in advance for input and suggestions!