Original Rare British WWI Machete Dated 1917 with Original 1918 Dated Scabbard Category_Martini-Henry Parts The interior shoulder body panel

The interior shoulder body panel of the coat is lightly padded

The 318th remained in this area until October 24 when it was moved to Islettes les Petites

The rear left skirt appears to have been maker marked and dated but the stamping is not completely clear

It also retains the correct short original ladder back sight

The large blade makers would often make just unmarked blades

Original Rare British WWI Machete Dated 1917 with Original 1918 Dated Scabbard Category_Martini-Henry Parts The interior shoulder body panelOriginal Items: Only One Available. A fine example of a WWI British Issue Machete with Matching scabbard! An incredibly rare find! These are generally found with WWII Era dates. This, without a doubt, is the very first example we have encountered with a WWI date. The machete is in very good condition, especially considering its age. The blade has the original blackened finish in places, with an edge that appears to have much post factory sharpening.