Original U.S. WWI M1917 Trench Knife by American Cutlery Co with 1918-dated Jewell Scabbard French Uniforms The Classic Third Model Brown

The Classic Third Model Brown Bess with a regimental history

so the underlying leather cord can be seen

In the Peninsula War the English nearly always used the sword for cutting

The throat is the thinner style with one securing screw

Original U.S. WWI M1917 Trench Knife by American Cutlery Co with 1918-dated Jewell Scabbard French Uniforms The Classic Third Model BrownOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a great condition Model 1917 trench knife with hardwood handle and triangular stiletto blade, made by American Cutlery Co. of Chicago, IL. It comes complete with the correct leather scabbard with standard belt hook attachment. Inside the knuckle guard is is nicely marked: A. C. CO USA 1917 Notable features: Triangular 9" black steel blade. Steel guard marked: A. C. CO USA 1917 Excellent condition wood grip.