Original U.S. WWI M1917 Trench Knife by L.F. & C. dated 1917 with Jewell 1918 Scabbard British Uniform but we do not know

but we do not know what this marking's significance is

This indicates manufacture by Landers

the Mauser C96 had superior range and better penetration than most other pistols

The bottom fitting is dented in significantly

in addition to the German WW2 markings

Original U.S. WWI M1917 Trench Knife by L.F. & C. dated 1917 with Jewell 1918 Scabbard British Uniform but we do not knowOriginal Item: Only One Available. This very good 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, Connecticut, and made