Czech VZ-22 Bayonet. Marked CSZ on one side of blade ricasso and E “Lion” 23 on other side of blade ricasso. Appears to be marked on scabbard lug: CSZ E “Lion” 23. Blade length approximately 9 5/8 inches. Most likely 1920s-1930s era. Very heavily worn condition. Additional Notes: Many books refer to this bayonet as VZ–23 or VZ–23 Short. However, the Czechoslovak designation for this bayonet was VZ–22. See Additional Information for shipping dimensions.
