Original U.S. WWII First Pattern OSS Drop Knife with Scabbard made from Springfield Trapdoor Bayonet Replica Non-Firing Guns with a double bladed Fasces

with a double bladed Fasces in the middle

but it has been well cared for

There is some old grease in the locking latch

with clear lands and grooves and a bright finish

- Original Buffer with Actuator Tube

Original U.S. WWII First Pattern OSS Drop Knife with Scabbard made from Springfield Trapdoor Bayonet Replica Non-Firing Guns with a double bladed FascesOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very good 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 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 light