Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by L. F. & C. with Scabbard and Custom Sheath colts The surfaces are smooth with

The surfaces are smooth with good crisp edges and precise accent grooves

Gun is in nearly excellent condition and fully functional

few believed the mission would actually be conducted

some additional fitting or alterations might be required

but it is still in very good condition

Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by L. F. & C. with Scabbard and Custom Sheath colts The surfaces are smooth withOriginal 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.