Original U.S. WWI M1917 Trench Knife by American Cutlery Company with WWII Leather Sheath German Afrikakorp This flat version was replaced

This flat version was replaced by the pointed Mk 3 cone to minimize the kind of damage illustrated in these three samples

My mother was okay

This extra-thick plate was specifically produced for an inert display assembly and cannot function as an original machine gun receiver

difficult to get the exploded cartridges out often with screw-driver

Original U.S. WWI M1917 Trench Knife by American Cutlery Company with WWII Leather Sheath German Afrikakorp This flat version was replacedOriginal Item: Only One Available. Now this is a real beauty here! This is an excellent condition Model 1917 trench knife, with hardwood handle, triangular stiletto blade, and a lovely WWII era leather sheath. The inside of the knuckle guard is is nicely marked: A. C. C. O. U. S. A. 1917 This indicates 1917 manufacture by American Cutlery Corporation, of Chicago Illinois. This company, established in 1865, manufactured a multitude of edged weapons, as