Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by AU LION & Steel Scabbard with Added Belt Clip Lewis Gun It is interesting to note

It is interesting to note that the bag is marked "U

each officer was required to have a British counterpart

restore and preserve both the traditional finish

although there had been problems with communications and logistical support

The blade is 9 1/4” in length and the overall length of the knife is about 14 1/2”

Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by AU LION & Steel Scabbard with Added Belt Clip Lewis Gun It is interesting to noteOriginal 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.