Original U.S. Indian Wars Era Model 1873 Entrenching Tool Knife Bren LMG This example was also made

This example was also made prior to the introduction of the "Lovell Style" bayonet catch

The bust depicts Richthofen wearing his flight helmet & goggles with the Pour le Mérite commonly referred to as the Blue Max Medal around his neck

This marking indicates issue to the 167th (1st Upper Alsatian) Infantry Regiment

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Original U.S. Indian Wars Era Model 1873 Entrenching Tool Knife Bren LMG This example was also madeOriginal Item: Only One Available This is a nice example of the rare US Model 1873 Entrenching Tool. This tool knife was adopted in 1873 and was mainly an entrenching tool (rather than a knife). It was used on the plains during the Indian Wars. It was a very light flat bladed tool and was short lived; it evolved into the heavier US Model 1880 1890. Designed for use by the U. S. Cavalry during the 1870s, the M 1873 Entrenching Tool was produced at the