Original U.S. Vietnam War M7 Bayonet with Experimental Brass Knuckle Guard with M8A1 Scabbard MG 15 There is a name written

There is a name written in ink on the sweat band that is difficult to read

Needham cut off torn blood stained strap

a great set

the front of the helmet has a Sergeant First Class insignia on the front

and 90 Air Medals

Original U.S. Vietnam War M7 Bayonet with Experimental Brass Knuckle Guard with M8A1 Scabbard MG 15 There is a name writtenOriginal Item: Very Few Available. These experimental bayonet fighting knives began life as M7 bayonets for use with a the U. S. M16 rifle. However, a one piece cast brass grip panel with integrated knuckle duster guard was added in theater to create a dual purpose bayonet and close combat handheld weapon. These were very popular among USGIs in Vietnam but only very few were ever issued. Furthermore, brass examples are extremely rare. These examples