Czech Model VZ58 Bayonet . BAYO716

Czech Model VZ58 Bayonet. Marked on blade ricasso: 94d96 and number on blade spine: 374. Also, appears to be ink stamped on near tip of leather scabbard, appears to be dated 1974. This is the composition grip type with two rivets and the full-length tang that extends beyond the grip and with the lower cross piece extension. Blade length approximately 6 3/4 inches. Worn condition.

Additional Notes: The Czech VZ58 bayonet is a type of bayonet designed for use with the VZ58 rifle, which is a selective-fire rifle developed in Czechoslovakia during the late 1950s. The VZ58 is often mistaken for an AK-47 due to its similar appearance, but it’s a distinct rifle with different internal mechanisms. The bayonet designed for the VZ58 is often referred to as the “VZ58 bayonet.” It’s a detachable knife-like blade that can be affixed to the muzzle of the VZ58 rifle, effectively turning it into a makeshift spear or close combat weapon. This bayonet is known for its distinctive appearance, featuring a simple design with a crossguard and a blade that’s typically around 6 to 7 inches in length. The VZ58 bayonet was primarily designed for military use and saw service in various conflicts involving Czechoslovakia and other countries that used the VZ58 rifle. It’s worth noting that the VZ58 bayonet is not compatible with the AK-47 or its variants, despite the visual similarities between the VZ58 and the AK-47.

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