Original U.S. WWI M1917 Knuckle Duster Trench Knife by American Cutlery Co. - Rare Maker British Artwork & Posters and natural leather on the

and natural leather on the smoother inner side of the leather that rests against the uniform

000 Tomahawks which were used by soldiers and marines in the Southeast Asian jungles

and measures approximately 15" x 4"

and there is little of the original gilt finish on the hilt

with a nice aged finish showing original bluing on a lot of the components

Original U.S. WWI M1917 Knuckle Duster Trench Knife by American Cutlery Co. - Rare Maker British Artwork & Posters and natural leather on theOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very good condition Model 1917 trench knife with hardwood handle, triangular stiletto blade, just missing the scabbard. 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 as other products. This is a far more difficult maker