Krag bayonet and scabbard

[26Intrepid]

Hello all,

I was wondering if anyone can tell me if the scabbard is original or repro? To me... it’s way too nice to be an original.

Quick history on both... I purchased a 1896 Krag rifle in amazing condition about 2 years ago. This bayonet and scabbard were an added bonus and part of the purchase. Too bad the bayonet went through an arsenal rebuild (Peened rivets) because it’s in very good- excellent condition. Not too many 1894’s were made and I’m willing to bet not too many look like this one.

If the scabbard is original... I believe it would be the second or third variation?

[Rescue190]

Does not look look like a period produced item to my eyes. The quality and bluing do not not match.
John

[Anderson]

There's a repro made in China. This might be one.

[Alex W]

Without having it in hand I tend to agree with John and Anderson, blueing and build looks not quite right. Interesting in that the ones I see for sale online often the scabbards are in much better shape than the bayonets.

Alex