Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by L. F. & C. with Steel Scabbard Cannons The "beard" of the axe

The "beard" of the axe would also have been useful in battle

Golden Manufacturing

The leather covered grip has a second unsharpened 1 1/2 inch blade protruding from the pommel intended for puncturing an opponent's skull

The publication had a picture on one page opposite a short synopsis of the material with a conclusion about its construction and quality

The blade is in good condition

Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by L. F. & C. with Steel Scabbard Cannons The "beard" of the axeOriginal 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.