Romanian AKM 6X3 Type I Hanger Variations

[Mr. B.]

How about a basic overview of the belt hangers used by the Romanians on their AKM 6X3 Type I bayonets and scabbards.
These bayonets were in production from 1963 through 1989 and the hangers issued/used varied over the years. There does not seem to be much consistency in the styles and their dates of issue. Even the dimensions, patterns, materials and construction vary widely within the basic styles. Different colors and texture of leather, different colors and patterns of stitching, different colors and placement of rivets, etc.. The later fabric and leather hangers also had all these differences as well. The all leather hangers all are narrowed waisted with one straight sided example. The fabric and leather hangers a found in both a narrow and wide styles. The 1st and oldest styles are similar to the ones found in Russia and other ComBloc countries. They are the one and two piece snap hook style hangers. The Romanian ones are typical dark brown leather with most having embossed edge lines. All the one hook hangers seem to use the flattened hook rings. The snap hook hangers are typically associated with the flat pommel bayonets.

[Mr. B.]

Below are an assortment of Romanian leather one piece wrap around hangers.

[Mr. B.]

Here are a few more one piece leather hangers.

[Mr. B.]

Now for an assortment of the one piece leather and fabric hangers. These are the narrow style ones.

[Mr. B.]

These are the last of the narrow leather and fabric hangers. Note the position, (heights), of the rivets that regulate the belt loop.

[Mr. B.]

Here are three of the wide style of the leather and fabric hangers. A narrow style one is included in the last picture for comparison.

[Mr. B.]

The Romanian hangers pictured above are just a few of the ones I have kept as representative samples. In my opinion there is no end to the amount of variations to be found in these hangers. There does not appears to be any standardization or specifications in the materials and construction. The same goes for the issue of these hangers, they can be found on almost any date or version of the bayonets and scabbards.

[Brian]

Thanks MIke, great info.

[Mr. B.]

Here is yet another Romanian hanger. This one is probably for special units and events. This is not from my collection as it is not strictly "military" issue. However it would look nice with the white rubber insulator that I do have!? White leather wrist straps along with white belts and pouches have also been observed. Mike

[Mr. B.]

I am always looking for parts, (hangers, insulators, hand straps, etc.) for Romanian AKM bayonets and scabbards. I took this 2 piece hanger in on trade recently. Not my usual cup of tea, but thought it was interesting. My friend had a complete Romy parade / ceremonial white leather belt set. I passed on the belt assembly, but ended up with the hanger. Added one of my Romy flat pommel bayonets for display.
Mike

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[Mr. B.]

How about a picture of a dress uniform with white hanger.