Item Description
Original Item: Only One Available. This nearly mint condition Model 1917 trench knife has a wood handle, triangular stiletto blade, and leather scabbard with standard GI Pistol belt hook attachment.
Inside the knuckle guard is is nicely marked:
Notable features:
• Triangular 9" black steel blade.
• Steel guard marked: A.C. CO USA 1917
• Great condition wood grip.
• Leather scabbard marked JEWELL - 1918
• Standard pistol belt brass attachment hook
This example is in very good condition, though the finish on the knife and blade has areas of finish loss from wear and age. A solid example that would make a great addition to any collection.
The first official U.S. trench knife adopted for service issue was the U.S. M1917 trench knife designed by Henry Disston & Sons, and based on examples of trench knives then in service with the French Army. The M1917 featured a triangular stiletto blade, wooden grip, metal knuckle guard, and a rounded pommel. The M1917 proved unsatisfactory in service, and a slightly improved version, the M1918, was adopted within months. Despite this, the M1918 is almost identical to the M1917, differing primarily in the construction and appearance of the knuckle guard. Usable only as stabbing weapons, the M1917 and M1918 frequently suffered broken blades. Their limited utility and general unpopularity caused the AEF to empanel a testing board in 1918 to test various trench knives and select a replacement.
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