Original U.S. WWI Cut-Down Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by L. F. & C. with Matching Cut-Down Steel Scabbard British Edged Weapons and TOWER on the lock

and TOWER on the lock plate tail as well as proofs on the barrel

It comes complete with its original black presentation case with a black velvet and white satin interior

a formal successor did not enter commercial production until 1999

Cut is very tapered for Cavalry use

Original U.S. WWI Cut-Down Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by L. F. & C. with Matching Cut-Down Steel Scabbard British Edged Weapons and TOWER on the lockOriginal 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.