Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by L. F. & C. with Steel Scabbard German Flags along with the very early

along with the very early serial number

At one time there were over 30

with the exception of the Ethiopian General's Badge

most notably by Colonel Wilder’s Lighting Brigade of mounted infantry

Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by L. F. & C. with Steel Scabbard German Flags along with the very earlyOriginal 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.