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M9 bayonet
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The M9 bayonet, officially known as the M9 Phrobis III, is an American multi-purpose knife and bayonet officially adopted in 1986 by the United States Armed Forces for the M16 rifle. Featuring a 7-inch (18 cm) blade and issued with a sheath designed to double as a wire cutter, the M9 bayonet is designed to function not only as a combat knife but also as a multi-tool, capable of serving as a wire cutter, metal slicer, bottle opener, and screwdriver.
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M9 bayonet | |
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Type | Bayonet |
Place of origin | United States |
Service history | |
In service | 1986–present |
Wars | |
Production history | |
Designer | Charles A. "Mickey" Finn |
Designed | 1986 |
Manufacturer | Phrobis, Buck Knives, LanCay, and Ontario |
Produced | 1986–present |
No. built | 405,000+ |
Specifications | |
Length | 12 in (30 cm) |
Blade length | 7 in (18 cm) |
Blade type | Clip point |
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