Original U.S. WWII First Pattern OSS Drop Knife with Scabbard made from Springfield Trapdoor Bayonet Cleaned & Complete Antique Guns This stamped sheet steel construction

This stamped sheet steel construction does still retain some of the original field grey paint

The blade has seen much use and has been reprofiled to look almost like a filet or boning knife

It has phenomenal research and display potential

Wittnauer's long history with watch manufacturing and case manufacturing expedited their speed and precision with which their compasses were made

Original U.S. WWII First Pattern OSS Drop Knife with Scabbard made from Springfield Trapdoor Bayonet Cleaned & Complete Antique Guns This stamped sheet steel constructionOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a well used example of the scarce 1st pattern OSS Drop Knife. 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 fair condition, and looks to have been made from a trapdoor bayonet that had seen service and wear. The original finish is worn, with light