April 3, 2024
JAPANESE BAYONET - RIKEN KOZAI w/ SCABBARD
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JAPANESE Type 30 RIKEN KOZAI BAYONET w/ SCABBARD âe¢ Serial number #_0078 stamped on the rear of the pommel. (not totally legible)âe¢ Straight Quillon. âe¢ Bright / Non-Blued Blade retains 80-85% of it's original finish - t are some scuffs and dark patches from original wartime use, but no major rust. T are two or three areas of VERY light pitting.âe¢ Blade has never been sharpened. Has no major chips or dings. âe¢ Release button functions properly. Pommel has some fairly deep pitting, but It will mount on a rifle properly. âe¢ Scabbard has NO dents. Retains some of the original paint, and has VERY light overall pitting.âe¢ Wood handles are in great shape.This one has defiantly seen some action....and has some scars to show for it. That said, it's a very nice piece. (very rare maker)Overall this bayonet looks really nice. Rinken Kozai sometimes called Howa or Diamond is a relatively recently identified maker. The companyâe(tm)s headquarters was in Gunma prefecture, but the factory was in Tokyo. Production is estimated at around 250,000 units, the lowest of any of the subcontractors. Please feel free to contact me with any questions, or if you would like to see higher-res photos.
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