Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by L.F. & C. with Steel Scabbard in Excellent Condition Category_MG 34 Accessories "BERLIN" in large gold letters

"BERLIN" in large gold letters emblazoned over the left side of the helmet and "QUEEN'S LANCASHIRE REGIMENT" in gold letter emblazoned on the right side of the helmet

and the Anchor stamp

However this is a very compelling sword that might have an amazing story to tell

Broad Arrow and Inspector's marks

it's breach block is marked:

Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by L.F. & C. with Steel Scabbard in Excellent Condition Category_MG 34 Accessories "BERLIN" in large gold lettersOriginal 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.