Original U.S. WWII G.I. Field Gear Lot Featuring M1942 Axe, M1938 Wire Cutters and More - 6 Items EXCLUDE_CHECKOUT_RESTRICTION It is also marked with

It is also marked with serial number 2857 on the barrel and frame

and is dated April 1945 on the blade tang

The crossguard extends downward with a curlicue quillon

The front of the scabbard shows the name T

This is a great example of an Ames type Model 1832 Artillery Short sword

Original U.S. WWII G.I. Field Gear Lot Featuring M1942 Axe, M1938 Wire Cutters and More - 6 Items EXCLUDE_CHECKOUT_RESTRICTION It is also marked withOriginal Items: Only One Lot of 6 Available. A one of a kind lot of six WWII GI Field Gear pieces. All pieces are in original, unmodified, condition, and show signs of honest use and storage wear that has accumulated over the last several decades. Some will have additional issue markings added at the arsenal or by the soldiers in various places. The United States Army in World War II had a distinct advantage over the Axis when it came to equipment.