Trench knife and sheath

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Long sharp knife with a large knobbed handle

Trench knife and sheath

This army issue M1917 trench knife is noteworthy that it is designed largely as a weapon with little other practical use. Note the “knuckle duster” handle.

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Photo by: Eric Reinert | VIRIN: 220627-A-DS407-013.JPG

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