Original U.S. WWII First Pattern OSS Drop Knife with Scabbard made from Springfield Trapdoor Bayonet British "Bobby" Police which can still be seen

which can still be seen in areas

The two small epaullette buttons are unfortunately missing

with a partly bright finish showing strong lands and grooves

but some were sold to soldiers in Paris or given as gifts

The serial number is 496865B

Original U.S. WWII First Pattern OSS Drop Knife with Scabbard made from Springfield Trapdoor Bayonet British "Bobby" Police which can still be seenOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a fair and loose 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 overall good condition, with a lovely blued finish, and looks to have been made from a nearly unissued trapdoor bayonet. The stamped D