Original U.S. WWI Model 1917 Bolo Knife by Plumb St. Louis with Canvas Scabbard - Dated 1918
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Original Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice Model 1917 C.T. Bolo knife, manufactured by Fayette R. Plumb Inc, whose main factory was in the Bridesburg region of Philadelphia, PA. They had another factory, just constructed, in St. Louis as well, and 1917 bolos were produced at both.
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
ST. LOUIS
1918
The reverse is marked:
U.S. MOD.
1917 C.T.
The markings are mostly complete and still legible.
Blade and ricasso still have much of the original black finish, and are in very good condition. It has seen some level of use and sharpening, which has removed the finish from near the edge. There is also the usual runner wear on both sides of the blade. The main edge of the model 1917, such as this one, is mostly ground from one side, while the other side was left flat. There is just some light sharpening from the flat side, which was the quickest way to get the edge back.
The grip is in good but heavily worn condition, with some of the original "ribbed” texture, and a dark color. There is cracking on one side of the grips as shown. Just how we like to see them, with screws still holding both sides tightly.
The scabbard is in fair condition, with the expected wear from 100 years of age, and a bit of fabric shrinking. There is some staining on the leather portion, and the scabbard doesn’t snap onto the knife very well, but still sits well for display.
Overall in very good lightly used condition, and a great chance to add to any military knife collection. Ready to display!
Specifications:
Blade Length: 10 1/4"
Blade Style: "Bolo" Machete
Overall length: 15“
Crossguard: 3 3/4”
Scabbard Length: 11"
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