Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by L. F. & C. with Steel Scabbard Untouched Antique Guns just stored condition

just stored condition

The blade is 36" in length and the saber comes complete with its Napoleonic style all steel scabbard with two suspension rings

a heavier belt-fed weapon

A tribute is due because of the fine display of courage and loyalty to his men shown on that Purple Heart day on the Werra

Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by L. F. & C. with Steel Scabbard Untouched Antique Guns just stored conditionOriginal Item: Only One Available. The U. S. Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife was the second major "Knuckle Knife" to be officially adopted and issued to the US military. It was developed for use in the horrific trench warfare that typified the stalemate on the Western Front during the latter part of World War One and saw use not only there, but during World War Two as well. The knife was manufactured in the United States by Henry Disston & Sons (H. D.