Us 1918 brass knuckle knife value book

Trench knife the standard wwi 1918 trench knife for sale is meant as a closequarters implement for direct contact with enemy forces. Many people call this knife the 1918, since the 1918 date is cast into the handle, along with the makers initials. As is also typical of the french made knives, the knuckle points are also less defined and not as sharp as the us made knives. Usmc fallout assisted opening tactical pocket knife. The 1918 us knuckle duster trench knife replica of the classic tactical. Towards the end of the war 1917 trench knives were replaced with the double edged 1918 mark i brass knuckle knife but by the time they were issued. Historically correct trench knife 1045 surgical steel blade steel fr. A true made for combat weapon with pyramid guard brass knuckles, skull crusher pommel and double edge straight point blade. Original nepalese gurkha kukri bhojpure fighting knife unmarked.

Knives have been a key fighting weapon in every war. Military fighting knives and daggers for sale international. Information provided includes the identification of fighting knives and pricing of fighting knives. We carry real italian stilettos, cheap stiletto knives, butterfly knives, push button automatics, side opening automatic knives, switchblade knives, brass knuckles and hunting knives. Original wwi us army trench knives 1917 1918 knuckle knife collection. The knife is a perfect fit in the scabbard, and has never been cleaned. Are there any specific things that need to be checked. Antique us ww1 1918 jewell scabbard sheath case for trench fighting knife.

We also sell wholesale knives that are great for resale. This knife is a historically accurate replica of the us 1918 trench knife. Military knives make an ever growing segment of the collectors market. Incorrectly known as the 1918 brass knuckle knife, this was actually the us mark one. Mcnary of the ordnance departments army services and supply designed a knife with a blade similar to the french model 1916 knife, but it incorporated the britishstyle brass knuckle hilt for use. This classic style piece features a one piece brass knuckle guard with aged patina and authentic style u. Wwii allied forces dday invasion combat knife without scabbard. Brass knuckles are known by a variety of names from knuckle dusters, knuckle buster to the english punch, or sometimes just simply knucks depending on where you are. Wwi m1917 trench knife leather replacement scabbard marked jewell 1918. They proved to be too heavy and he decided to go with the aluminum. Model 1918 mark i trench knife was the second major knuckle knife to be officially adopted and issued to the us military. Beware though, there are far more replica 1918 knuckle.

I thought i would show this one that i received as a gift last year. Trench knife, it comes with a 7 day inspection period. Koehn sold fighting knives under the aok knives label. Good luck on finding a scabbard, theyre much more rare than the knife is. M1918 mark i trench knife is easily identifiable due to its large brass knuckle style guard and grip. Were trench knives with brass knuckles regulation weapons. The mark i trench knife was an american trench knife designed for use in world war i.

The handle offers a knuckle guard, typical of the trench knife. Get the best deals on original ww i us edged weapons when you shop the largest online selection at. The knuckle knife featured here is in very good condition. The blade is constructed of 1045 surgical steel and the knife features a steel frame and a linerlock mechanism. The 7inch 420 stainless steel blade has a daggerstyle blade profile for easy slicing and penetration at the tip. What is the value of a 1918 world war 1 trench knife with. Boker 121918 reproduction trench knife with 558 in. It has a brass knuckle type of grip, with a steel plug screwed into the end of the grip.

The mark one also known as the 1918 brass knuckle knife, has a double edged dagger blade. Ww2 us m3 trench knife camillus usm8 sheath blade marked aircraft handle. The handle is made of cast bronze, which used a conical steel nut to hold the blade in. Trench knife for sale military collectibles for sale. Our authentic historic replica of the 1918 wwi trench knife is where it all started. Many books, programmes, films and interviews about them and rightly so. This mark i trench knife is clearly marked in two lines in the brass grip.

Before deciding to go with the aluminum handles kevin parsons made a couple of the brass handle ones. Brass knuckles company 1918 wwi trench knife black 1918 wwi trench knife black 1918 wwi trench knife 12 overall metal sheath, leather strap black handle. The unlimited uses of brass knuckles brass knuckles, sometimes known as knuckle duster, is a weapon that is usually worn around the knuckles. Theres a person with a complete trench knife with the same handle on rubylne. This exact knife is pictured in cole book 1 page 80 m. M 1918 mark i trench knife is easily identifiable due to its large brass knuckle style guard and grip. Trench knife the standard wwi 1918 trench knife for sale is. The distinguishing feature of this knife is the knuckle guard, intended to protect the fingers and add force to a strike during handtohand combat. Im 57 and ive had my eyes on these for over 40 years and i want to make sure i have purchased a good example.

She said it was her grand fathers knife, and he carried it in w. I know there are reproductions out there but this one looks 100% to me but im no expert. This is a very solid used untouched example it has a nice even patina overall with a great tight handle. I have a 1918 us military trench knife brass handle evidently known as a skull crusher handle. Im 57 and ive had my eyes on these for over 40 years and i want to make sure i have purchased a good. Based on the old design from the time of its namesake, it has an overall length. Cs go tactical fixed blade hunting knife bayonet bowie.

Excellent condition modern made wwi us model 1918 trench knife that is a very high quality reproduction. The mark i, developed in 1918, has a substantial spiked brass knuckle handle, dagger style blade, and steel scabbard. This was an actual knife, with a 6 34 double edged dagger blade, and a handle made of cast bronze with knuckles. Based on the old design from the time of its namesake, it has an overall length of 11. Us 1918 trench brass knuckle folding knife blade city. While everyone calls it the 1918 brass knuckle trench knife, its really the us mark one knife, and the handle is actually bronze. Unfollow brass knuckle knife to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Id also very much like a value, although im not currently looking to sell. Model 1918 trench knife short sword was the second major knuckle knife to be officially adopted and issued to the us military. Wwii m3 trench knife 2113 stacked leather fixed blade 11 58 overall china knife for bushcraft emt edc camping hunting 5. Not only does this provide a solid grip to the wielder. Knuckle knives of the second world war by greg aloisio. In 1918, major eugene mcnary of the aef designed and patented a new knife named the us mark one. It was developed for use in the horrific trench warfare that typified the stalemate on the western front during.

They were made of altered 1918 knuck knife handles and british fs blades. Their value is likely to continue increasing in the near future. Featuring metal knuckle guards to add to your punching power and protect your fingers from damage. With the knuckle duster like grip that is marked 1918 u. What really stands out about the 1918 trench knife is the brasscolored handle with builtin knuckle dusters. Weve replicated this directly from an original with a blued, high carbon steel blade, cast brass knuckle duster grip which has been antiqued to a dark finish and a steel pyramid skull. This knuckle knife is a modified us mark i trench knife.

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. Wwii us m3 trench fighting knife utica guard mrk in m8 scbd dagger. Original wwi bolo knife us model 1917 dated 1918 in excellent condition. Tom reynolds in the john sturges movie never so few carried a model 1917 triangular bladed trench knife. The brass grip and knuckle guard retain about 30%40% of their original blackened finish, which has faded and worn, and has blended with a lovely, uncleaned deep, dark bronze patina. The 1918 trench knife is an accurate and impressive replica of the us military original. This, unlike the later m3 and m2 knives was designed solely as a. The lugs on the thick brass guard are made from acorn nuts. Hard cover, large format, 346 pages with some never before seen vintage photos.

This wwi 1918 combat trench knuckle knife replica is an exact copy of the one issued to troops during the first world wa. The handle was actually made of cast bronze, which used a conical steel nut to hold the blade in. Lfandc original mki knife trench 1918 knuckle handle original lfandc mki knuckle trench knife 1918 handle original mki trench. The mark i trench knife is an american trench knife designed by officers of the american expeditionary force aef for use in world war i. Military trench knives for sale buy quality blades at. It says us 1918 on the grip, and au lion, with a picture of a lion on the blade near where the blade joins the grip. My inlaws were having some tile work done in their house and one of the workmen had this knife in his tool box. The sheath is original and marked m h cole roebuck works on the back. These type of knives are getting harder to find and are well liked by collecors. A special breed of knives saw extensive development during wwii.

As is usually the case with the au lion marked knives, the cast brass grip is much rougher and cruder than the us made versions. Lee marvins character the sergeant in samuel fullers the big red one carried a mk. The handle of the trench folder has black aluminum inserts that have a smooth finish on them which and sit on top of gold coated steel liners. My inlaws were having some tile work done in their house and one of the workmen had this knife in. Us 1918 trench brass knuckle folding knife this knife is a historically accurate replica of the us 1918 trench knife. Whether youre slicing, stabbing or punching, this knucklebus wwi 1918 combat trench knuckle knife replica. Ill get a better photo eventually since this one is kind of. What really stands out about the 1918 trench knife is the brass colored handle with builtin knuckle dusters. Armormilitary equipmentknives and swordsrare antiqueworld war two. Roan on one side, and 1944 and a nongovernmental broad arrow on the other side. I wasnt sure if it was real, but i asked around and all opinions seem to be that it is real. The trench folder series is definitely something new and exciting.

Original finish, no rust or pitting on metal, canvas and leather. A rather unusual knuckle guard adaptation with a third pattern blade. Gents, it seems that there are several types, and makers, of 1918 us knuckle knives. Mar 10, 2010 original wwi us army trench knives 19171918 knuckle knife collection. The heavy brass handle is stamped with the owners name, pte. Here are a few of the most common types of wwi knives you can find on ebay. Not only does this provide a solid grip to the wielder but also allows for another combat option in close quarters. The job went to american weapons inventor major eugene mcnary of the air expeditionary force aef who designed the m1918 mark i trench knife which. This replica 1918 us knuckle duster trench knife is one devastating tool. He said hes had it for many years and has no idea where he got it. The scabbard is excellent but missing one prong, which is typical.