I recently became the owner of an original P53 Enfield bayonet recieved from England. I have searched the forums and did some other research as to correct bayonet markings. I hadn't originally planned on getting this one, but it was given to me at a very cheap price. Therefore, my question is, I intend to use it for the sheer fact that it is an original and has strength, unlike repros, but how could I take off the W /l\ D (war department and inspection) and regimental marking without anihilating and scratching the hell out of it? Considering that it was issued to British troops and not imported to America, I wouldn't want to sacrifice authenticity with its current markings.
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Re: Enfield bayonets...again
Scott,
If it is an original, please don't scratch off any markings. (!!!!!! = Adding emphasis w/o yelling)
If you want one with correct WTBS markings, you might consider using the one you have as a trade. ...or, sell it outright and begin looking for the proper one. I would recommend Shiloh Relics or The Horse Soldier.
Best Regards,John Wickett
Former Carpetbagger
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Hey Scott,
Keep it. Don't fool with it. Set some money aside each week and go find one thats good for what we all do. Years from now, that bayonet will be worth something. If you do anything to it. It will lose it's value. I learned this the hard way. I took a Mdl 1816 bayonet that I was told was not worth anything, BTW this was during the Bi-Cenntenial in 1976. I attempted to make it fit a Mdl 1777 Charleville. I ruined it and I kick myself in the Arse everyday now. To make matters worse I got in a militia scabbard with the carriage and a sheet brass breast plate, Yep, your right. I destroyed those too. Once an original is gone it's gone. Don't do what I did.Barry Dusel
In memory: Wm. Stanley, 6th PA Cav. Ernst C. Braun, 9th PA. Cav. John E. Brown & Edwin C. Brown, 23rd PVI
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Re: Enfield bayonets...again
Originally posted by SGulleyI recently became the owner of an original P53 Enfield bayonet recieved from England. I have searched the forums and did some other research as to correct bayonet markings. I hadn't originally planned on getting this one, but it was given to me at a very cheap price. Therefore, my question is, I intend to use it for the sheer fact that it is an original and has strength, unlike repros, but how could I take off the W /l\ D (war department and inspection) and regimental marking without anihilating and scratching the hell out of it? Considering that it was issued to British troops and not imported to America, I wouldn't want to sacrifice authenticity with its current markings.
Again, please don't destroy the markings.
Regards,
Rob McFarland
Co. E, 2nd Maryland Fifes and Drums
1st Maryland Infantry, Co A, N-SSA
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Are there any differences in the Enfield Bayonets used here in the US and the ones used by the Brits and Canadians other than the stampings? :DFenny I Hanes
Richmond Depot, Inc.
PO BOX 4849
Midlothian, VA 23112
www.richmonddepot.com
(804)305-2968
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Originally posted by Richmond DepotAre there any differences in the Enfield Bayonets used here in the US and the ones used by the Brits and Canadians other than the stampings? :D
This is definitely not a scientific study, but I own two broad arrow marked Enfield bayonets, and the sockets are too big for my Birmingham Enfield rifle. I was able to find Civil War import bayonet, and it fit my rifle like glove.
My guess is that they shaved a little extra off the barrels they were making for the "American Market". Maybe Curt would like to comment.Bill Rodman, King of Prussia, PA
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