The Union Fork & Hoe Speedline Hoe

 

Ever wonder what happened to all those tips cut off of the M1905 bayonet when it was reduced in length from the 16 inch to 10 inch M1 bayonet. Well Union Fork and Hoe put them to use in making a tool. These folks knew hoes! The device was pitched for growing victory gardens and was classified as approved use of strategic materials.

 

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