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CETME Model L 1983 Bayonet Knife: Design and Functionality

July 29, 2025 1 min read

ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SPANISH SWORDS

KNIFE-BAYONET. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (sword expert)

Reference	5-1983-A
Name	Army Knife-Bayonet
Model	L 1983 for CETME
Mounting	Blackened steel, short crossguard with eye for the rifle’s muzzle, green plastic handle.
Blade	Straight, phosphated, with quillon, spine on half, edge on the rest, USA-inspired.
Sheath	Green plastic, with strap and black throat, cord to secure to the thigh.
Inscription	A 781 (serial number), SB (Santa Bárbara) Toledo, I.N.I (National Industry Institute).
Previous Models	Third bayonet model for the “CETME model L” assault rifle.
Fitting	Various types of fitting depending on rifle modifications.
Total Length	355 mm
Blade Length	225 mm
Blade Width	23 mm

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