M1917 bayonet ?

[BillG]

http://cgi.ebay.com/U-S-WW1-REMINGTON-M-1917-BAYONET-SCAB-US-BOMB-MA-/220629904362?cmd=ViewItem&pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item335e912bea

I am knew to bayonets. Just purchased a Chinchester 1897 trench gun copy and I would like to add a bayonet. Does this look real? Would I be better off looking for an unmolested specimen? I do like the unissuedness look of this one that would match the finish on the gun.

BTW, I am look for a very good conditon bayonet and scabard for my 1898 Krag rifle.

[Charlie Flick]

Bill:

My view is that you should pass on that particular bayonet. It appears refinished to me and has the wrong scabbard. You can do a lot better so keep looking.

Regards,
Charlie

[desert guy]

BillG: Looks like a "repro" M1917-type bayonet. Never seen a painted one, only bright or parkerized. Semper Fi.

[BillG]

Thanks gents. The real ones I have seen on ebay are $200-350. I will keep looking for a real one. I doubt that I will ever be able to afford a real M1897 trench gun.

[Bayonetman]

The bayonet is an original, but as stated in the description, it has underwent a British rebuild. The grips are replaced, the scabbard is British, not US, and it has been black enameled. I also feel that you can do better without spending much more