Original U.S. WWI M1917 Knuckle Duster Trench Knife with Reproduction Scabbard German Mauser 98k K98 These most likely indicate issue

These most likely indicate issue to the 4th Royal Bavarian Infantry "King William of Württemberg" Regiment

1918 to March 6

but definitely in delicate condition due to age and wear

there have been numerous other examples like this

it it will probably issue tags and Soldbuchs on a 1-to-1 ratio

Original U.S. WWI M1917 Knuckle Duster Trench Knife with Reproduction Scabbard German Mauser 98k K98 These most likely indicate issueOriginal Item: Only One Available. This good service used condition Model 1917 trench knife has a wood handle, triangular stiletto blade, and reproduction 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,