~ British SA80 Bayonet L3A1 ~
In British Armed Forces, the L85 Rifle is issued with the socket-type L3A1 Bayonet. This has a hollow handle that fits onto the muzzle. The blade is offset to the side of the handle to allow the rifle to be fired while the bayonet is fitted. The handle is shaped so as to allow the bayonet to be used as a fighting knife in its own right. It is shaped to produce good penetration when thrust and has many other features. The issued scabbard features a saw blade, a sharpening stone to hone the bayonet, and a bottle opener. When combined with the bayonet, the scabbard can also be used as a pair of wire cutters.
*Dimensions*
Blade length 17.5cm
Bayonet length 27.5cm
Total Length 34.5cm
*Condition*
The bayonet and scabbard are in very good condition. There are some minor marks to the blade and loss of paint on the handle.
Please see pictures for more detail as they form part of our condition report.
