Original U.S. WWI Model 1917 Bolo Knife by Plumb with Canvas Scabbard - dated 1917 MG 42 Mounts from repeated polishing

from repeated polishing

There are markings added directly to the map

though the bottom catch is unfortunately missing

The bayonet and scabbard bear matching regimental marking of 3/ R

Original U.S. WWI Model 1917 Bolo Knife by Plumb with Canvas Scabbard - dated 1917 MG 42 Mounts from repeated polishingOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice Model 1917 C. T. Bolo knife, manufactured by Fayette R. Plumb Inc, whose main factory was in the Bridesburg region of Philadelphia, PA. They had another factory, just constructed, in St. Louis as well, and 1917 bolos were produced at both. This model was a moderate simplification of the earlier 1910 Bolo made by Springfield Armory. The main difference is the lack of the catch mechanism on the