Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by L. F. & C. with Correct Steel Scabbard Manufacture Type_Original Items It is stamped on the

It is stamped on the upper spine near the hilt is a small Crown over W over 16 for Kaiser Wilhelm II 1916

as he vowed to avenge his friend's death

The cap itself is a little misshapen due to aging as well as material shrinkage

it appears to be period authentic and it is certainly in the style produced by E

Sewn to the left cuff is a Rifle Proficiency Device embroidered in gold bullion

Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by L. F. & C. with Correct Steel Scabbard Manufacture Type_Original Items It is stamped on theOriginal 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.