Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by L. F. & C. with Reproduction Steel Scabbard French & Indian War but it also has a

but it also has a substantial 4 1/2 " tail which was designed for extra purchase with the use of the second hand for additional support

however the rear of the barrel strap and the top of the action are both marked with 235

- Original EGA Collar tabs

Attached to the scabbard is a leather belt hanger

The fore stock has some missing wood on the right woodline

Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by L. F. & C. with Reproduction Steel Scabbard French & Indian War but it also has aOriginal 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.