Original U.S. WWI M1917 Trench Knife by L.F. & C. dated 1917 with Replacement Scabbard MG 34 Accessories It bears original serial number

It bears original serial number 4247 / b on the barrel jacket

The most exciting SMG of post WW2 years

The metal has achieved a rich patina over the years

it proved almost impossible to find a paint that would adhere properly to the body

wood and bamboo could be fashioned into stakes

Original U.S. WWI M1917 Trench Knife by L.F. & C. dated 1917 with Replacement Scabbard MG 34 Accessories It bears original serial numberOriginal Item: Only One Available. This lovely service used condition Model 1917 trench knife has a wood handle, triangular stiletto blade, and leather scabbard with standard GI Pistol belt hook attachment. The top of the guard is is nicely marked: U. S. L. F. & C. 1917 Landers, Frary, and Clark (L. F. & C.) began in 1853 as Landers & Smith Manufacturing Company, and in 1862 became known as Landers, Frary & Clark. They were in New Britain,