Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by L. F. & C. with Correct Steel Scabbard Japanese Army Truman nominated McCormick for the

Truman nominated McCormick for the rank of admiral

indication it was flown with pride for many years

This pattern of damage is completely consistent with a sniper "head shot"

This example appears to be an issued one and would be very difficult to upgrade from

The underside of the rim is stamped ZC 229 indicating it was produced in the United States

Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by L. F. & C. with Correct Steel Scabbard Japanese Army Truman nominated McCormick for 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.