Original US WW1 M1904 Hospital Corps Knife

This American knife features a broad, curved steel blade showing age staining. The hilt consists of a brass crossguard and two wooden grips secured to the tang, paired with a leather scabbard having a brass throat and hanger. Dating to the pre-WWI era, this Model 1904 knife was manufactured by the Springfield Armory for the U.S. Army Hospital Corps. These heavy knives were designed for clearing brush and constructing shelters during military campaigns. The blade ricasso is stamped "S.A. 1910" and "U.S." with the serial number. The leather scabbard is flexible, and the brass throat retains its belt attachment wire.