The trench knife featured here is another m1917 model. All the research i have done only shows the jewell scabbards. Trench knife, it comes with a 7 day inspection period. Wwi vintage remington 1917 bayonet scabbard rifles trenchgun.
Boker 121918 reproduction trench knife with 558 in. I called acc regarding the edge of this and the 1917 us trench knives. He said hes had it for many years and has no idea where he got it. Its a great little knife that could make a fine addition to your collection. Unfollow trench knife 1917 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed.
Id highly suggest you save for an original, as those will hold their value. The scabbard is lightly stamped by jewell and dated 1918. The knife comes with the original leather scabbard, also in excellent condition. There is similar speckling on the hand guard as well, but the bluing is still visible and the rust doesnt. The m1917 has a wood handle, triangular stiletto blade, and leather. Unfollow 1917 trench knife to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. An example of a world war i trench knife is the german armys nahkampfmesser close combat knife during the second world war, the. Despite this apparent cancellation, otherwise original u. This very good condition model 1917 trench knife has a wood handle, triangular stiletto blade, and comes with both the damaged original scabbard, and one of our high quality reproduction scabbards. You really had to be a bad ass to have to use this in hand to hand combat.
This replica carbon steel 1917 us trench knife has a triangular blade spike, hard. Make offer ww1 us army m1917 bolo knife plumb us mod 1917. Both the m1917 and m1918 used a triangular blade and a handle equipped with. It has never been cleaned, and still has a very light bit of surface dirt mixed with. I think that he said that his neighbor was in wwi and when he either died or before he died cant remember exactly, it might have been his neighbors father he gave it to my dads friend. Many of you have not seen the landers,frary and clark 1917 trench knives with the so called extra pyrmid or extra knob on the guard. North american frontier era, buffalo hunters skinning fighting knife with. Later deemed inhumane because the wounds caused by the triangular blade were not easy to close by the field medics. The scabbard is a combibation of leather and metal. Get a great deal with this online auction for a trench knife presented by property room on behalf of a law enforcement or public agency client. This pictured knife is labeled as 1917 model of trench knife and scabbard.
Military trench knives for sale buy quality blades at. I know there are reproductions out there but this one looks 100% to me but im no expert. Sn 463 463 in 1917 several designs were submitted to the u. These were the first made replacements for the 1917 trench knive and has a few variants. Information provided includes the identification of fighting knives and pricing of fighting knives. Thinking of selling it, but not sure of asking price at this time. The guard is nicely marked and also in great condition. Can furnish anyone 3 pics of knife for price opinion. This is gregs 2nd book, really happy to have both of his books. The mark i trench knife is an american trench knife designed by officers of the american expeditionary force aef for use in world war i. Even having a blade custommade for a replica handle will likely run close to the cost of an original. M1918 mark i trench knife is easily identifiable due to its large brass knuckle style guard and grip. The mark i trench knife was an american trench knife designed for use in world war i. This is a high quality reproduction of the first us issue trench knife.
The handle is made of cast bronze and uses a conical steel nut to hold. The three sided blade proved to be a devastating advancement in modern warfare. According to the houston price guide to knives this stamping was used. First ive been doing some research and havent really found out who devised the plans for such a fine brutal weapon. A scarce variant of the 1917 trench knife for an advanced fighting knife collection. The knife shows general signs of age and wear scratches, fading, etc but no significant problems. Id also very much like a value, although im not currently looking to sell. Based on the old design from the time of its namesake, it has an overall length of 11. Does anyone know if trench knives were issued to only to combat troops in wwi. The knife features a wooden grip with the knuckle duster guard. All about pocket knives is a knife related resource center for buying, selling, researching, and discussing all things knives. Our authentic historic replica of the 1918 wwi trench knife is where it all. Are there any specific things that need to be checked.
Made from an existing original, you can own the same thing for a fraction of the price. I wasnt sure if it was real, but i asked around and all opinions seem to be that it is real. The knife is 15 in overall length and the blade 10. Aapk has created a fantastic high value service for our members in good standing that includes. It was developed as a close combat weapon for soldiers attacking enemy trenches during the first world war. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. The main difference is the design of the handguard. Im thinking it was a return, but for all of that i consider it to be a good value. Replica high carbon steel 1918 us trench knife with knuckle duster grip, steel. Trench knife real or replica all about pocket knives. Cs go tactical fixed blade hunting knife bayonet bowie. The scabbard is not the greenish leather jewell, but all steel with 2 different tiny mark of m. This 1917 us trench knife is a terrific replica for the collector or reenactor. Here are two photos to show a pair with extra knobs and a second photo to show one of the regular ones with one that has the.
Made just like the originals with carbon steel, triangular bladespike, hard wood grip and stamped steel knuckle bow with pyramid shaped protrusions. These provided a striking surface that could cause significant damage to an opponent in battle. Get the best deals on original ww i us edged weapons when you shop the largest online selection at. Featuring metal knuckle guards to add to your punching power and protect your fingers from damage. Usmc fallout assisted opening tactical pocket knife. There is light rust speckling throughout the metal ends of the scabbard. Vintage wwi us army bolo knife plumb mod 1917 phila. The mark i trench knife is an american trench knife designed by officers of the american. A trench knife is a combat knife designed to kill or incapacitate an enemy at close quarters, such as in a trench or other confined area. S trench knife adopted for service issue was the u. This is one of the better examples weve seen still showing most of its. This is a nice complete example of the 1918 trench knife with its original scabbard which are usually lost used by american troops in france during the first world war. Im 57 and ive had my eyes on these for over 40 years and i want to make sure i have. Wwi m1917 trench knife leather replacement scabbard marked jewell 1918.
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