Original U.S. WWI Model 1917 Bolo Knife by Plumb Philadelphia Dated 1918 with Canvas Scabbard MG 34 Accessories This allowed an officer to

This allowed an officer to be totally unseen until he opened the sliding door and directed the beam to wherever he needed it

- "Japanese watch"

the design also includes the provision for a mounted bayonet

USMC expert Pistol and bayonet badge

A heavier version in

Original U.S. WWI Model 1917 Bolo Knife by Plumb Philadelphia Dated 1918 with Canvas Scabbard MG 34 Accessories This allowed an officer toOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice Model 1917 Bolo knife, manufactured by Fayette R. Plumb Inc, in Philadelphia. This model was a moderate simplification of the earlier 1910 Bolo made by Springfield Armory. The main difference is the lack of the catch mechanism on the scabbard and grip. It was manufactured by contractors such as Plumb and A. C. Co. The blade ricasso of this example is marked: PLUMB PHILA 1918 The reverse is marked: