Original U.S. WWI M1917 Trench Knife by American Cutlery Co with 1918 dated Jewell Scabbard U.S. Ammo as often unmarked raw blades

as often unmarked raw blades were purchased by retailers

The famous test platoon

Principal duty: Aerial Engineer

though there is some past pitting that has been removed

Original U.S. WWI M1917 Trench Knife by American Cutlery Co with 1918 dated Jewell Scabbard U.S. Ammo as often unmarked raw bladesOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice condition Model 1917 trench knife, with hardwood handle, triangular stiletto blade, and leather scabbard with standard GI pistol belt hook attachment. Inside the knuckle guard is is nicely marked: A. C. CO USA 1917 This indicates 1917 manufacture by American Cutlery Corporation, of Chicago Illinois. This company, established in 1865, manufactured a multitude of edged weapons, as well as other