Original U.S. WWI Modified Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by L.F. & C. in M6 Leather Scabbard dated 1943 British Lancer • Sergeant chevron

• Sergeant chevron

showing a little wear and scratching throughout the bottom

while the 3rd Battalion departed at the same time from Welford

Each plane carried six equipment bundles in pararacks beneath its belly

Original U.S. WWI Modified Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by L.F. & C. in M6 Leather Scabbard dated 1943 British Lancer • Sergeant chevronOriginal 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.