Original U.S. WWII First Pattern OSS Drop Knife with Scabbard made from Springfield Trapdoor Bayonet Russian Field Gear which was transformed in the

which was transformed in the subsequent models

with almost all of the original black finish still present

Each fully marked as cast into the steel body: DEUTSCHE WAFFEN UND MUNITIONS FABRIKEN

narrowing down at each end to provide a short strap with brass buckle for attachment to the trooper’s belt

Caliber: 7×57mm Mauser

Original U.S. WWII First Pattern OSS Drop Knife with Scabbard made from Springfield Trapdoor Bayonet Russian Field Gear which was transformed in theOriginal 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