World War 2 Japanese Bayonet Shortened in the Field to a Fighting Knife

Type 30 bayonet made by Matsushita Kinzoku Kk (National Denki indicated by Arrow thru M). The Tokyo arsenal was heavily damaged by the Kanto earthquake in 1923 and completely shut down in 1935. In 1931 it was decided to move the facilities to the Kokura Weapons Manufacturing Plant(they kept the "4 cannonball logo") The "Arrow" through the "M" is Matsushita Kinzoku a contractor under Kokura Arsenal making these. 15 inches total length hand with the field carried out shortening to make it more practical as a fighting or Jungle bayonet the blade is 10.5 inches long. In nice condition, the Rifle mount works as it should Bladed weapons and antique pistols only sold to persons over 18 years of age.