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[375dave]

I picked this 118 at a pawn shop several months ago, my question is if it is a barrel nut or not, I am unable to see any side pins or any mark for the end cap over the nut, Any suggestions or comments would help.

 

[DeSotoSky]

Well, the pommel shape is early for sure and there has to be a pin or plug somewhere......
Try this, polishl/cleanup the end and sides a little then exhale moist breath onto the aluminum and look quick....
Works for me....YMMV.... let us know....

 

[375dave]

Thanks DeSotosky, I tried polishing, light grit paper followed by polishing, even a spell in the freezer for more condensation. I can not for the life of me see any trace of a pin or plug. On most all my other 100 series knives they are somewhat easy to see.

 

[mbjannusch]

I can vaguely see the pin in the side of the pommel. I can see it in the first picture in the third post, its faint but I can see it. I'm 99% certain it is not a barrel nut configuration knife.

 

[Haebbie]

I see what you mean, Matt. Question: did they ever use these red spacers for barrel nuts?

Haebbie

 

[David Martin]

Yes, the red hard fiber spacers were used with barrel nut models from mid 62 to early 63 like April. DM

 

[David Martin]

Here is one. DM

 

[375dave]

Thanks guys. In the light of day I can see the pin on the right hand side.