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Sorry, I didn't document the build but here is a more or less step by step...
Remove the grips from the bayonet you are going to use (host)
Cut the handle as far back as possible from the guard
Remove the guard from the host and discard
Set host aside
Remove grips from U.S. M7 bayonet and cut bayonet bayonet CLOSE to guard (doesn't have to be real close)
Remove guard and
SAVE!!!
Now, begin shaping the handle so it is the same size as the M7 handle (this is the metal under the grips)
You need to shape the handle to where it will allow the the M7 guard will slide up to the blade but will fit fairly tightly.
Once you have fitted the guard, you then need to determine the EXACT length the handle needs to be to fit correctly between the bayonet lug and the muzzle device. I attach the lug portion of the M7 and then hold the guard on the blade, slide it over the muzzle device and mark where to cut the handle to be welded.
Then cut the handle of the bayonet (s) to where you are going to weld them. I try to have the weld at mid point so the heat is away from the blade and away from the springs on the lug attachment
Slide the guard on and
MAKE SURE it's oriented correctly.
Then weld the two sections together.
I use an Oxy Acetylene, if you have access to a MIG it would probably be better.
Wrap the handle with your choice of Paracord.