U.S. M1905 / M1 Garand Bayonet – Arsenal Reworked Configuration with Scabbard

Offered here is an original U.S. M1905-pattern bayonet in an arsenal-reworked configuration, suitable for early M1 Garand service. This example retains the original 16-inch blade length, consistent with the M1905 specification, and has not been cut down.

The blade is correctly marked “UFH / U.S.”, identifying manufacture by Union Fork & Hoe Company, a known U.S. wartime contractor. The presence of these markings, along with proper font style, depth, and placement, supports genuine U.S. military manufacture rather than later commercial production or reproduction.

Finish and configuration indicate a U.S. arsenal refurbishment rather than an untouched early-production piece. During World War II and the post-war period, many M1905 bayonets were refinished and reissued for continued service instead of being newly manufactured. These rework programs commonly involved parkerized finishes, reassembled components, and reissued scabbards while retaining the original full-length blade.

The blade profile and fuller geometry are correct for the M1905 pattern, and the point shape remains consistent with service-issued examples. The guard, grip, and pommel configuration further align with known M1905 characteristics, reinforcing its identification as a legitimate service bayonet rather than a modern replica.

The bayonet is paired with a correct U.S.-pattern scabbard, featuring a U.S. flaming bomb marking and a fiberglass body, consistent with later-period U.S. military scabbards commonly encountered with arsenal-reworked bayonets. This combination is historically appropriate and reflects practical service use rather than a mismatched or decorative pairing.

Overall, this piece represents an authentic U.S. military M1905 bayonet with documented manufacturer markings and a configuration that reflects real-world arsenal rework practices. It is best understood as a genuine service item with honest refurbishment history, rather than a factory-new or untouched early example.

A solid and well-supported example for collectors seeking an original U.S. M1905 / early M1 Garand bayonet with clear military provenance indicators.