Original U.S. WWII First Pattern OSS Drop Knife with Scabbard made from Springfield Trapdoor Bayonet Military Equipment though it still does show

though it still does show some age

by the time Hindenburg and Moltke arrived on the scene

with splitting and degradation to the Sa-Me and the binding

There is some flaking around the rim of the liner

- Original Dog Tag that reads David A Smith 32278584

Original U.S. WWII First Pattern OSS Drop Knife with Scabbard made from Springfield Trapdoor Bayonet Military Equipment though it still does showOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very good example of the scarce OSS Drop Knife, 1st pattern. These knives were manufactured inexpensively and quickly during WWII, and were intended to be dropped from airplanes behind enemy lines to provide weapons for resistance fighters. This OSS Drop Knife is in very good condition, and looks to have been made from a trapdoor bayonet that had seen service and wear. The original finish is worn, with