Nice French Trench Knife Model 1916 Maker S. G. C. O
This is an example of a French Trench Knife, Model 1916 also known as “Le Vengeur de 1870″ and was manufactured by the maker S. O as marked on one side of the ricasso. It is mounted with a nice blade which measures 6 1/2 inches in length. The blade has survived in nice condition with only some minor surface scratches, light sharpening and minor stains. The wooden hilt is simple in design but nicely carved, remains healthy and is tightly fitted with a steel crossguard. This particular Trench Knife most likely saw action during WWII and the story is that the leather sheath was constructed from the leather of a German Fighter Pilot’s seat. The Sheath is beautifully made and remains in very healthy condition. Overall the Knife measures 11 inches in length. TO SEE ADDITIONAL PHOTOS PLEASE SCROLL DOWN. P> Be sure to add me to your favorites list. Check out my other items. The item “NICE FRENCH TRENCH KNIFE MODEL 1916 MAKER S. G. C. O” is in sale since Friday, December 23, 2016. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “pcay” and is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. This item can be shipped worldwide.