Original U.S. WWI M1917 Trench Knife by American Cutlery Co with Aged Replica Scabbard Sharps Rifle It came to us as

It came to us as part of a larger deal

issued during the period of National panic surrounding the early Napoleonic Wars

The liner is ink stamped 55 towards the rear

a major contractor for accouterments during the war

the 44th was awarded its second Distinguished Unit Citation

Original U.S. WWI M1917 Trench Knife by American Cutlery Co with Aged Replica Scabbard Sharps Rifle It came to us asOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice condition Model 1917 trench knife, with hardwood handle, triangular stiletto blade, and aged replica leather scabbard with standard GI pistol belt hook attachment. Inside the knuckle guard is is nicely marked: A. C. CO USA 1917 This indicates 1917 manufacture by American Cutlery Corporation, of Chicago Illinois. This company, established in 1865, manufactured a multitude of edged weapons, as well