Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by AU LION with Steel Scabbard One-of-a-Kind 38-55 Winchester / Ballard

38-55 Winchester / Ballard

are the words CAST STEEL on the barrel

These immediately make one think the barrel originated in 17th century Spain

Interior of the Pickelhaube is in excellent condition

written in English

Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by AU LION with Steel Scabbard One-of-a-Kind 38-55 Winchester / BallardOriginal 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.