Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by L. F. & C. with 1918 dated Steel Scabbard Russian Field Gear she sailed on 20 September

she sailed on 20 September

if not the brass plate is easily removed or can be painted over

a decision that ultimately increased the company's profitability

The early Model 1862 used the percussion ignition while the later Model 1864 used the rimfire system

Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by L. F. & C. with 1918 dated Steel Scabbard Russian Field Gear she sailed on 20 SeptemberOriginal 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.