Original U.S. WWII OSS “Big Joe” Crossbow Bolt Used on the Big Joe 5 Crossbow Category_MG 42 Ammo Storage The metal insignia and chinstrap

The metal insignia and chinstrap are in fantastic shape

Both were variants of the IJA Type 92 (1932)

Also during this period

The simulator produces a report and small puff of white smoke when employed

Another is still intact

Original U.S. WWII OSS “Big Joe” Crossbow Bolt Used on the Big Joe 5 Crossbow Category_MG 42 Ammo Storage The metal insignia and chinstrapOriginal Item. Only One Available. The Big Joe 5 crossbow (BJ5) was a shoulder fired weapon developed by the Office of Strategic Services (OSS) (predecessor to Central Intelligence Agency) to be used for assassinations up to 200 m (220 yd). The weapon was created with compactness in mind. It is described in John Brunner's book OSS Weapons. Its ammunition consisted of 8 oz (230 g) aluminum darts or incendiary flare bolts. Unlike most crossbows, the Big