{"product_id":"original-u-s-wwi-model-1917-bolo-knife-by-plumb-philadelphia-with-canvas-scabbard-with-deep-markings-dated-1918","title":"Original U.S. WWI Model 1917 Bolo Knife by Plumb Philadelphia with Canvas Scabbard With Deep Markings - dated 1918","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal 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 is one of the best examples we have ever seen in regards to the markings! We have never encountered one that has complete clear markings like it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 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 clearly marked:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePLUMB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePHILA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1918\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reverse is marked:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eU.S. MOD.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1917\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade and ricasso still have much of the original black finish, and are in very good condition. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grip is in very good condition, with most of the original \"ribbed texture, and a nice\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ecolor. There are no major cracks or huge chunks missing, just some chipping around the blade tang and the securing screws. Just how we like to see them, with screws still holding both sides tightly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe leather tip of the canvas scabbard sleeve is faintly marked:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBRAUER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scabbard is in very good condition, with no real issues with the canvas or leather portions aside from the expected wear from 100 years of age, and a bit of fabric shrinking. Really a great example of one of these scabbards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall in very good lightly used condition, and a great chance to add to any military knife collection. Ready to display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Length: 10 1\/4\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlade Style: \"Bolo\" Machete\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOverall length: 15“\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCrossguard: 3 3\/4”\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScabbard Length: 11\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40481524678725,"sku":"ONJR23RNJ008","price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/ONJR23RNJ008__02.jpg?v=1673376164","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-u-s-wwi-model-1917-bolo-knife-by-plumb-philadelphia-with-canvas-scabbard-with-deep-markings-dated-1918","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}