Original U.S. WWII First Pattern OSS Drop Knife with Scabbard made from Springfield Trapdoor Bayonet Military Equipment or fire and hope that

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There is some flaking around the rim of the liner

they lowered their lances to receive a charge by the sabre wielding British 7th Hussars  who drove them back through Genappe and onto the bridge

Excellent quality and condition with name label still present under celluloid internal pocket

- Original Dog Tag that reads David A Smith 32278584

Original U.S. WWII First Pattern OSS Drop Knife with Scabbard made from Springfield Trapdoor Bayonet Military Equipment or fire and hope thatOriginal 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