WWI U.S. Model 1917 C.T. Bolo Knife

Updated August 23, 2026

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Lot number78
Estimate100.00 - 10,000.00 USD
CategoryFirearms & Militaria
AuctionChicagoland Antiques, Jewelry & Collectibles Auction 9/1/26
DateSeptember 1, 2026 at 9:54 PM CDT
Auction houseEsquis Auctions
LocationWheeling, Illinois

WWI U.S. Model 1917 C.T. bolo knife manufactured by Plumb, St. Louis. Features a broad single-edge steel blade, wood grip panels, steel pommel and wide crossguard. Blade is marked "PLUMB / ST. LOUIS" on one side and "U.S. MOD. / 1917 C.T." on the reverse. Comes with its brown leather sheath fitted with a metal throat, belt hooks and reinforced leather attachment. A substantial U.S. military field knife from the World War I period. Shows age-related wear, patina, oxidation and surface marks throughout. Leather sheath shows expected wear from age and use. 15" overall length, 10" blade.

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