Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by AU LION with Steel Scabbard French Helmets and is only the fourth

and is only the fourth example that we have ever had

Diameter: 2

possibly a later addition

This example bears serial number N 7347 on the barrel and stock

Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by AU LION with Steel Scabbard French Helmets and is only the fourthOriginal 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.