Developed in the early 20th century, the 1902 Bolo Bayonet was one of the U.S. Army's attempts at a hybrid weapon that could reduce the loadout an individual soldier had to carry into the field. Intended for use in jungle environments, the bolo could serve as both a bayonet and a brush clearing tool. Like many such weapons, the 1902 was made in very limited quantities for trial use, with the Philippines in particular the planned test field (though no proper records of the testing survive). Overall production is believed limited to 50 in 1902 and 6 in 1903. 14 3/4 inches overall, with a 10 1/4 inch blade dated "1903" on the left ricasso and marked "US" on the right. Smooth wood grips, with "G" stamped on top of the mounting hardware. With a blued steel sheath with a ball tip and 100 degree swiveling steel belt loop.

Very fine, with some moderate spotting overall and a darker patina on the hilt. The underside of the guard is numbered "6" in paint. The sheath is also very fine, with areas of brown patina and mild spotting. Of the six 1903 dated examples reportedly made, this example could very easily be the finest example!