A genuine late World War II Japanese Type 30 bayonet frog, produced during the latter stages of the war when material shortages led to simplified, economy construction. This example displays all the correct late-war features while remaining complete, intact, and fully functional.

Construction

This frog is fitted with the correct square steel buckle, consistent with late-war manufacture. Internally, it retains canvas reinforcement at the throat and toe, a wartime measure used to stiffen the frog while reducing leather usage during periods of shortage.

Leather & Stitching

The leather is very stiff, as typically encountered on late-war Japanese equipment, and shows natural age-related crazing and cracking throughout. The double vertical stitching to both sides remains intact, with no separation or repairs noted. Overall structure remains strong and sound.

Buckle, Tab & Rivets

The steel buckle is original and securely fitted. Notably, the leather retaining tab at the buckle is fully present, intact, and functional — a genuine bonus, as this area is often found split or broken on late-war examples. All rivets are present, tight, and undisturbed.

Overall

A good, honest late-war Type 30 frog showing correct economy construction and genuine service wear. Complete, structurally sound, and increasingly difficult to find with the buckle tab intact. An excellent match for a late-war Type 30 bayonet.

Historical Note

As Japan faced severe material shortages during the final years of the Second World War, leather quality declined and simplified construction methods were adopted. The use of canvas reinforcement and steel fittings on late-war Type 30 frogs reflects these conditions, resulting in utilitarian but functional equipment produced for continued frontline service.

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