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Since I began collecting the MPBS M9, I have arrived at these conclusions about Lan-Cay M9 production:
Very little seems to have been wasted. Components that did not meet mil-spec were set aside. These were often later used in commercial production. I also surmise some found their way back to fulfill military contract quotas when Lan-Cay was granted a waiver. Other components likely went "under the radar" and were utilized when there was a rush to meet a delivery deadline (I have at least one example).
This can make it difficult to separate actual military production bayonets from those cobbled up for the commercial market. Throw in enterprising sellers whom were able to obtain raw components to assemble a "Frankenbayonet" and you have confused things even more! Fortunately some of our advanced and long-time collectors have been sorting things out over time, and have a pretty good handle on it now. This Forum has been one of the only resources where such information has been posted for the benefit of collectors.
Last edited by pwcosol; 11-15-2012 at 11:47 AM.
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