Excellent condition for age. Even patina made of steel U. The knife is 1st pattern model 1874 mess kit knife. Issued to soldiers during the Indian/Plains wars. These M1874 knives are rare. Great addition to your collection with an original leather Sheath. Thank you and good luck! The item “1874 Indian War Stamped US Army Field Mess Kit Knife Utensil with Leather Sheath” is in sale since Friday, February 09, 2018. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\Indian Wars (1866-97)\Original Period Items”. The seller is “candclover” and is located in Fort Collins, Colorado. This item can be shipped to United States.
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United States