Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by L. F. & C. with Matching Steel Scabbard MG 34 Barrel Jacket Assembly which indicates the approximate manufacture

which indicates the approximate manufacture date of April 1945

which originally was 7 1/8" long with a 3 1/8" long blade

These are an absolutely remarkable piece of history that comes ready for further research and display

the design of the trigger spring (flat spring

This example has been x-rayed to confirm its contents and unique serial number 1950

Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by L. F. & C. with Matching Steel Scabbard MG 34 Barrel Jacket Assembly which indicates the approximate manufactureOriginal 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.