USMC Commemorative Phrobis International

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Carlo: The Eagle & Anchor emblems on your bayonet are most likely generic, and were not meant to represent the actual Eagle, Globe, & Anchor of the USMC. I guess that was satisfied with the emblem attached to the grip. With the date etched on the blade, I am sure this bayonet was produced to recognize the creation (a.k.a. "Marine Corps Birthday" to all current & former Marines) of The Corps. I recall November 10 to always have been the best day of the year to eat dinner in the mess hall...steak & lobster! Although Marines in the field may not be as fortunate, every effort is extended to make it a special day for all. I noted the serial number on your M9 is "038". Unless other commemorative M9s were made within the same range (which seems unlikely since the serial is preceded bu "USMC"), there must be at least 37 more out there someplace...