Original U.S. WWI Model 1904 Hospital Corps Bolo Knife by Springfield Armory with R.I.A. Scabbard - dated 1907 Category_Flintlock Muskets and Rifles The M41 “mermite” container was

The M41 “mermite” container was also used as a blood bank during WW2

as indicated by the faint markings on the lock plate under the pan:

Scabbard retains around 70% of the original paint

The grip plates are bakelite

The lower body strap has not been moved up the body of the boot

Original U.S. WWI Model 1904 Hospital Corps Bolo Knife by Springfield Armory with R.I.A. Scabbard - dated 1907 Category_Flintlock Muskets and Rifles The M41 “mermite” container wasOriginal Item: Only One Available: This is a fantastic find, and only the second example that we have had! The M 1904 Hospital Corps Knife was the first of the modern Springfield Armory made edged weapon to carry a serial number. Designed for use by the U. S. Army Medical Corps, over 40,000 Hospital Corps Knives were made at the Springfield Armory, Springfield, MA between 1904 and 1914. Like all of the "bolo" knives, these were heavy knives intended