Original WWII U.S. Navy MK1 1944 Legitimus Machete with Scabbard U.S. Badges The shashka originated among the

The shashka originated among the mountain tribes of the Caucasus in the 12th century

In excellent display condition

in the Regular Army

The serial number 17521 is marked on the bottom of the frame on either side of the barrel hinge

Original WWII U.S. Navy MK1 1944 Legitimus Machete with Scabbard U.S. Badges The shashka originated among theOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a fantastic U. S. Army issue Spanish American War and WWI issue Collins Model 1005 Machete. Heavy steel, 15 inch curved blade with wood grips secured with four brass rivets. The blade surface is very smooth, showing typical age staining for its age but no pitting or damage. Faint COLLINS markings, along with the model number 1005, can be seen on the reverse side of the blade. Collins made these from the