Perhaps this is wishful thinking, but under the category of "it never hurts to ask, I'm wondering if anyone might have to sell a M1912 folding middle band and/or front strengthening band or the later complete strengthening band-bayonet bar combined. I bought a bayonet bar and early type middle band but the supplier has sold out of strengthening bands.
I'm dedicated to restoring my sporterized M1912 to as close to full military as I can, while knowing its value will not equal that of an unaltered rifle. It's the principle of the thing, so to speak, reminiscent of the old house projects I've been involved with but never really recouped my investment.
Many thanks for your help and guidance.