Model 1887 U. S. Hospital Corps Knife

With 12.5 in. blade etched HOSPITAL CORPS / U. S. ARMY, brass crossguard and pommel cap, turned wooden grip, the stitched leather scabbard with brass hanger, its back stamped ROCK ISLAND ARSENAL W. W. G.

LOA 18.5 in. with scabbard

Private Antique Arms Collection, North Carolina

The knife's blade with mottled surface; toned brass elements; the leather remains moderately supple and shows light wear to the extremeties.

$300 - 500