Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by L. F. & C. with 1918 dated Steel Scabbard DVD Hallmarks are also present on

Hallmarks are also present on the cross guard and other locations

These will be shipped UPS Ground as required

but the kissaki (tip) still shows a clear yokote with visible Boshi (tip temper line)

and the resin is a dark brown

Blade very good plus to near fine with just some staining

Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by L. F. & C. with 1918 dated Steel Scabbard DVD Hallmarks are also present onOriginal 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.