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[Carlo]

Originally Posted by porterkids

I should have elaborated a little more about the damaged bayonet. These M9s with the heat treated but unfinished blades were made by Buck specifically for in-house testing. Buck ran them through some serious testing, to the point of failure. I have a few of them and I think they are an interesting addition to my collection.

So I assume that during these treatments only the blades were tested, as I don't see how the plastic handle could withstand the heat.

[Carlo]

For sure this seller has some (more) interesting articles for sale.
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[porterkids]

Originally Posted by Carlo

So I assume that during these treatments only the blades were tested, as I don't see how the plastic handle could withstand the heat.

The blades and tangs were heat treated prior to the grip being installed. Once assembled, the bayonet was used for testing. The blades have an unusual finish on them. They were heat treated but not bead blasted or polished.