Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by L. F. & C. with Replacement Scabbard U.S. Helmets/Hats and is still somewhat soft

and is still somewhat soft

One looks to originally have been brown

They were popular among officers as a "backup" pistol to keep inside their uniform pocket for when their main revolver needed reloading

It may be from the owner

It shows wear on the exterior

Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by L. F. & C. with Replacement Scabbard U.S. Helmets/Hats and is still somewhat softOriginal Item: Only One Available. This example of the U. S. Model 1918 MkI Trench Knife is offered in very good condition. The knife was produced by the Landers, Frary & Clark company of New Britain, CT. L. F. & C. was established in 1865 and produced a wide variety of housewares, cutlery and event appliances. Many of their products were marketed under the trade name "Universal". The products of L. F. & C. included everything from scales, mousetraps