Original U.S. WWII First Pattern OSS Drop Knife with Scabbard made from Springfield Trapdoor Bayonet British Lancer or 22 bore

or 22 bore

Overall a very nice 100% genuine M40 Single Decal Heer Army helmet

but also wear and powder fouling

000 Montagnards were enlisted in mobile strike forces

The original heart-shaped box still has the original tissue paper inside

Original U.S. WWII First Pattern OSS Drop Knife with Scabbard made from Springfield Trapdoor Bayonet British Lancer or 22 boreOriginal 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