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Hungarian AKM 6x3 Type 1 export bayonet

Posted: Wed Jun 29, 2022 3:21 pm
by Hombre
Got this one yesterday which is what I believe is a Hungary AKM 6x3 Type 1 export bayonet.
No markings at all. The problem is that it is missing the belt loop.
Is it possible that someone can help me out with the correct belt loop or can point me out in the direction where I can find it? Maybe it is impossible. I do not know.

Best,
Stefan
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Re: Hungarian AKM 6x3 Type 1 export bayonet

Posted: Thu Jun 30, 2022 10:34 am
by Marco
Hi Stefan, first, I think that your 6X3 is a regular and not a commercial one, because no "hungary" or "FEG" marking as we can see on export models.
On an other hand, I have in my spare box a good leather for your bayonet, so please send me a private message with your adress and I send you a parcel.
Regards,
Marco from France.

Re: Hungarian AKM 6x3 Type 1 export bayonet

Posted: Thu Jun 30, 2022 7:42 pm
by Hombre
Hi Marco,

Thank you so very much for your reply. I really appreciate it.
I am new on these kind of bayonets but I am very eager to learn.
I thought many of the commercial bayonets didnĀ“t have any markings but I guess, I was wrong.

Marco, pm sent! Thank you so very much!

Best,
Stefan

Re: Hungarian AKM 6x3 Type 1 export bayonet

Posted: Thu Jun 30, 2022 8:35 pm
by Mr. B.
I disagree with Marco's opinion about your bayonet not being a commercial or export version. Here are the reasons I believe it is. The original Hungarian issue bayonets and scabbards had unique features. The bayonet grip panels were a different material and were marbled. The scabbard would have a machined cutter plate, not stamped. Most of all they would have various proof and arsenal marks. Most obviously they would have stamped issue numbers. (Hopefully matching). Even the hangers appear to be more heavy duty.
The commercial/export versions were an economized version produced for sale and export to other countries/users.
The few that are marked HUNGARY or FEG were marked as required by the importing country. For example, the products we all see daily: "Made in China". Mike

Re: Hungarian AKM 6x3 Type 1 export bayonet

Posted: Thu Jun 30, 2022 9:49 pm
by Marco
Hi Mike,

Ok for information, I thought commercial versions were with hungary or FEG marking. Once again, something new to learn!

Re: Hungarian AKM 6x3 Type 1 export bayonet

Posted: Thu Jul 07, 2022 3:12 pm
by Hombre
Got the belt loop today!
Thank you so very much for your help, Marco! :clap:
I really appreciate it!

Best,
Stefan
Sweden
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Re: Hungarian AKM 6x3 Type 1 export bayonet

Posted: Mon Jul 18, 2022 8:08 pm
by Marco
Hi Stephan,
Just to show you an other model to search : You can try to find the award model with a brass plate on the scabbard and a specific leather pad.
This model is hard to find and the leather pad alone is very very difficult to find.
Here is a picture, not mine because I don't have pict available.
Each day something new!!.....
Regards,
Marco.

Re: Hungarian AKM 6x3 Type 1 export bayonet

Posted: Mon Jul 18, 2022 8:09 pm
by Marco
Here is the picture............