#CASMCHT1 • US Military Model 1904 Hospital Corps Knife & Rock Island Arsenal 1912 Scabbard HTML

Part of Black Friday 2026 Clay and Sportsman Auction (timed auction by Double A Auction & Realty)

Starting at $100.00

Status: Available

Bidding closes Nov 27, 2026 1:50 PM EST

Rare US Military Model 1904 Hospital Corps Knife & Rock Island Arsenal 1912 Leather Scabbard Up for auction is a rare and highly collectible US Military Model 1904 Hospital Corps Knife complete with its original matching Rock Island Arsenal (RIA) 1912 Leather Scabbard. Issued to US Army Medical Department corpsmen and stretcher-bearers during the early 20th century and World War I, these massive heavy-cleaver style field knives were designed for clearing brush, cutting saplings for improvised litters, and general field utility duties. Forged at Springfield Armory, the blade ricasso is stamped on one side with the "S A" ordnance bomb logo and date "1911", while the reverse side is stamped "US 21776". Fitted with an S-shaped brass crossguard and finger-grooved walnut handle scales, the knife comes housed in its rare, heavy leather brass-throat scabbard stamped clearly on the tip with "ROCK ISLAND ARSENAL 1912 H.E.K." and equipped with its original steel belt hanger swivel mechanism. Features Manufacturer (Knife): Springfield Armory (U.S.A.) Manufacturer (Scabbard): Rock Island Arsenal (Dated 1912, Inspector Stamped "H.E.K.") Model: Model 1904 Hospital Corps / Medical Corps Knife Blade Stampings: Stamped "S A" with Ordnance Bomb and "1911" on observe ricasso; stamped "US 21776" on reverse ricasso Blade Design: Heavy bolo-style single-edge carbon steel blade with rounded bow tip Hilt & Guard: Curved brass S-shaped crossguard with dark walnut finger-grooved grip scales fastened with brass rivets Scabbard: Heavy leather construction with brass throat collar, wire staple accents, brass rivets, and steel belt hanger hook assembly Condition This early 20th-century military edged weapon is in good antique condition. The blade displays light surface scratches, carbon spotting, and dark aging marks along the belly, while maintaining crisp, fully legible ricasso stampings. The brass crossguard displays an attractive aged patina. The finger-grooved walnut grip shows small handling chips and age-appropriate wood wear near the pommel. The Rock Island Arsenal leather scabbard remains remarkably intact with firm stitching, legible arsenal stampings, and functional metal belt hardware. IMPORTANT PURCHASING NOTICE: This is an authentic US military surplus antique collectible blade. Please inspect all close-up photographs for exact details on ricasso stampings, wood handle condition, and Rock Island Arsenal scabbard leather markings prior to placing a bid. Please review all photographs carefully. Sold AS IS, WHERE IS, with no warranties or representations regarding fitness for use beyond listed collector specifications.