I'm a knife maker and seeing this brings joy to my heart. These fit handles suck to do. Even if you had used the milling machine, it is still a pain in the ass and you did an amazing job, be proud of it! Not blueing the screws was the right choice, it complements the bright walnut very nicely.
"Copilot The number 504 on the German SG 98 a.A. “Quillback” Bayonet likely represents a unit or weapon identification number, which was commonly used for inventory and tracking purposes within military forces. These numbers could be used to match bayonets to their corresponding rifles or to identify the specific unit or soldier to which they were issued. The markings “12 R.E.J.R.” and “504.” are stamped into the metal, indicating regimental information and possibly an issue number respectively. This historical artifact provides insight into military equipment and their marking systems during that era."
Very nice, i got a Krag bayonet my brother bought me but he didnt know enough about bayonets because the tang behind the wood grips was sheared off, think its worth trying to make a replacement and weld it on? Itd be a lot of grinding and milling.
Can't hurt to try, it's not like you're modifying something very valuable if it's already broken. I have a prior video where I weld on a muzzle ring to a broken Krag bayonet. Less involved than a whole tang, but still worth it.
Yours might be some of my favorite lunchtime videos…
Thank you!!
I'm a knife maker and seeing this brings joy to my heart. These fit handles suck to do. Even if you had used the milling machine, it is still a pain in the ass and you did an amazing job, be proud of it! Not blueing the screws was the right choice, it complements the bright walnut very nicely.
Very demanding and difficult work, in every part. You have done an excellent, really good repair of the handle. Thank you for the video.
The attention to detail is spectacular
Great restoration and done with good taste!
Once again your craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail shows. Good job 👍
Fantastic work.
your videos are superb, so interesting and absorbing. That bayonet was a really good find.
It takes much longer to dry but try raw linseed oil some time! Its a very natural look.
The screws to hold the grips in place while you tighten the nut is knurled and pressing to the wood to keep it from turning
Beautiful work sir
Your stuff always pretty cool bro. Looks great!
Great job.I always enjoy your videos!
Another great video. Thanks!
The bolt heads are ribbed round the sides of the head ,they are not meant to be routinely removed.
Thank you for this soo good!
"Copilot
The number 504 on the German SG 98 a.A. “Quillback” Bayonet likely represents a unit or weapon identification number, which was commonly used for inventory and tracking purposes within military forces. These numbers could be used to match bayonets to their corresponding rifles or to identify the specific unit or soldier to which they were issued. The markings “12 R.E.J.R.” and “504.” are stamped into the metal, indicating regimental information and possibly an issue number respectively. This historical artifact provides insight into military equipment and their marking systems during that era."
awesome little bayonet man. lets see how it turns out!
edit: good job man it looks as good as i hoped it would
Nice!!
Very nice, i got a Krag bayonet my brother bought me but he didnt know enough about bayonets because the tang behind the wood grips was sheared off, think its worth trying to make a replacement and weld it on? Itd be a lot of grinding and milling.
Can't hurt to try, it's not like you're modifying something very valuable if it's already broken. I have a prior video where I weld on a muzzle ring to a broken Krag bayonet. Less involved than a whole tang, but still worth it.
Whats that tool seen at 1:24 ? Been looking for one myself.
Knipex pliers wrench. The smooth faces don't marr the parts. I really like them for pushing pins.