Original U.S. WWI Model 1917 Bolo Knife with Scabbard by American Cutlery Co - Dated 1918 Brown Bess Musket Parts About the XM25-

About the XM25-

including the visor and neck guard

The OSS (Office of Strategic Services) was formed by the US Government during World War II

Offered in fully restored cleaned and complete condition

Early examples bore one of three district stampings on the lower reverse crossguard of I

Original U.S. WWI Model 1917 Bolo Knife with Scabbard by American Cutlery Co - Dated 1918 Brown Bess Musket Parts About the XM25-Original Item: Only One Available. This is a Model 1917 C. T. Bolo manufactured by American Cutlery Company of Chicago, Illinois. 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 is nicely marked: A. C. CO. CHICAGO 1918 The reverse is marked: U. S.