The genuine UMSC issue 13 ¼ inch bayonet features an 8 inch proprietary carbon steel blade and is packed full of features including a phosphate non-reflective finish and the USMC Logo stamped onto the Dynaflex® ergonomically grooved handle. The scabbard is made with a low noise signature polyester elastomer and features a ceramic-coated aluminum honing rod located on the back. The scabbard is equipped with two load bearing attaching straps with cross straps, which allows for variations of placement on the load bearing equipment.