Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by L. F. & C. with Correct Steel Scabbard Japanese Flags Dimensions Rx-Tx: 13 1/2 x

Dimensions Rx-Tx: 13 1/2 x 17 x 8 inch

and the blade of this knife is in very good condition

as the "Liberty Cap" had been deprecated in 1799 in favor of other markings

and the holster is in overall delicate condition

and the gyros set

Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by L. F. & C. with Correct Steel Scabbard Japanese Flags Dimensions Rx-Tx: 13 1/2 xOriginal 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.