Original U.S. WWI M1917 Trench Knife by L.F. & C. dated 1917 with Replica Scabbard U.S. Documents & Books An interesting accessory for one

An interesting accessory for one of the most produced WWII SMG series

The markings are all clear and can be seen on the blade's ricasso

It looks like moisture probably made its way inside the scabbard

which translates to The Best Shot

with a very nice arsenal-forged blade

Original U.S. WWI M1917 Trench Knife by L.F. & C. dated 1917 with Replica Scabbard U.S. Documents & Books An interesting accessory for oneOriginal Item: Only One Available. This very nice condition Model 1917 trench knife has a wood handle, triangular stiletto blade, and replica leather scabbard with standard GI Pistol belt hook attachment. The top of the guard is is nicely marked: U. S. L. F. & C. 1917 Landers, Frary, and Clark (L. F. & C.) began in 1853 as Landers & Smith Manufacturing Company, and in 1862 became known as Landers, Frary & Clark. They were in New Britain, Connecticut,