Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife Converted to WWII Fighting Knife with Leather Scabbard Historical Military Books This example is offered in

This example is offered in excellent condition and appears to be complete but we have not tested it and do not guarantee functionality

the Germans launched a major offensive west through the Ardennes Forest

and was originally intended temporarily to 'hold' men who were medically unfit

even though the hilt has a catch spring

indicating manufacture by Canadian Motor Lamp Co

Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife Converted to WWII Fighting Knife with Leather Scabbard Historical Military Books This example is offered inOriginal Item: Only One Available. At first glance, we assume this was one of many "Theater Made" fighting knives deployed mostly in the Pacific theater of WWII. However, once we removed the scabbard it was clear that this fighting knife began life as a WWI Model 1918 Trench Knife, and then was modified for WWII use by removing the knuckle guard portion. The crossguard was ground down, as were the sides of the grip, one of which is now marked LUTHER,