Original U.S. WWII Douglas C-47 Skytrain Auxiliary Exit Window Russian Ordnance Removal of the grips shows

Removal of the grips shows that serial number 83 is stamped on the inside of both grip scales

Our example has had the blade tip damaged

The Belleisle began life as the Lion

possibly the contractor who made the barrel

It is also marked 1822 T on the tang

Original U.S. WWII Douglas C-47 Skytrain Auxiliary Exit Window Russian Ordnance Removal of the grips showsOriginal Item. Only One Available. The Douglas C 47 Skytrain or Dakota (RAF designation) is a military transport aircraft developed from the civilian Douglas DC 3 airliner. It was used extensively by the Allies during World War II. During the war the C 47 was used for troop transport, cargo, paratrooper, for towing gliders and military cargo parachute drops. The C 47 remained in front line service with various military operators for many years. It was