Original U.S. WWI M1917 Knuckle Duster Trench Knife by American Cutlery Co. with Reproduction Scabbard - Rare Maker Category_Receiver The bore on the rifle

The bore on the rifle does show strong rifling with an LED bore light

This display Machine Gun

The left side of the barrel near the rear sight is marked with the maker's name and location:

the Ardennes Offensive achieved virtually complete surprise

the support establishment was rudimentary

Original U.S. WWI M1917 Knuckle Duster Trench Knife by American Cutlery Co. with Reproduction Scabbard - Rare Maker Category_Receiver The bore on the rifleOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very good condition Model 1917 trench knife with hardwood handle, triangular stiletto blade, just missing the scabbard. Inside the knuckle guard is is nicely marked: A. C. CO USA 1917 This indicates 1917 manufacture by American Cutlery Corporation, of Chicago Illinois. This company, established in 1865, manufactured a multitude of edged weapons, as well as other products. This is a far more difficult maker