Lot 278:
U.S. Model 1917 CT Bolo Knife by Plumb St. Louis Dated 1918
Sold for: $200
Description
This military-issue United States Model 1917 CT (Commercial Type) bolo knife was manufactured by Plumb in St. Louis during World War I. The weapon features a broad, leaf-shaped carbon steel blade with a full tang construction. The hilt is composed of a simple steel crossguard with rounded terminals and two contoured wooden grip scales held in place by two slotted bolts. The steel pommel is an extension of the tang and features a bird’s-head profile with a pre-drilled lanyard hole. Stamped markings are clearly visible on the blade’s ricasso. One side is marked U.S. MOD. 1917 C.T. while the reverse is stamped PLUMB ST. LOUIS 1918.
Blade Length – 10″
Total Length – 14.5″.
Condition report:
The knife is in used, historical condition. The metal surfaces of the blade, guard, and pommel exhibit a dark, aged patina with significant surface oxidation and localized pitting throughout. The wooden grip scales show heavy wear, including darkening from age and use, several small dings, and a notable drying crack on one side. The edge has evidence of historical field sharpening. This lot does not include a scabbard.
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