| Accession Number | REL30052 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Technology |
| Object type | Edged weapon or club |
| Physical description | Steel, Wire, Wood |
| Place made | Australia |
| Date made | 1944 |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
Owen Mk 1 Bayonet and Scabbard
Description
The Owen Submachine Gun Bayonet was manufactured to fit the Owen Submachine Gun. The blade is single edge, single fullered on both sides with the entire blade having a blued finish. The hilt incorporates a basic steel bird's head with oil hole and features a push button internal spring latch and steel crossguard. The grips are made from wood and are held in place by two slotted head screw and nut assemblies. All steel parts are blued. Markings - ORANGE ARSENAL; 1907; 11/44; BROAD ARROW. The scabbard has a steel locket with a rounded frog attachment stud and a steel chape with a blued finish. The sheath is made from brown composite material and was manufactured by Mangrovite. Markings - MANGROVITE.
History / Summary
The Owen Submachine Gun Bayonet was issued to the Australian Army during 1944 with Owen Submachine Guns and is a shortened conversion of the Pattern 1907 Bayonet.