Original U.S. WWII Rare M1941 Johnson Rifle Spike Bayonet with Leather Scabbard U.S. Field Gear the clamshell was removed

the clamshell was removed

"Ersatz" bayonets and scabbards are emergency war-time issue bayonets made for reserve and rear-line troops

as indicated by a label on the back of the camera

and the Fifteenth Air Force

The upgrades

Original U.S. WWII Rare M1941 Johnson Rifle Spike Bayonet with Leather Scabbard U.S. Field Gear the clamshell was removedOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very good example of a Model 1941 Johnson rifle bayonet complete with original leather scabbard. The bayonet is numbered 471 on the muzzle ring. The leather scabbard is in very good condition, though the leather is somewhat stiff. It does show some wear however, and has matured to a nice dark brown color. The stitching is mostly intact, though it was cut through above the securing strap, as scabbard as