Original U.S. WWII OSS “Big Joe” Crossbow Bolt Used on the Big Joe 5 Crossbow Spanish Military Equipment though it looks to be

though it looks to be a more recent replacement

This version was quickly superceded by the Mark 2 Revolver in 1882

Jacket is in excellent condition with no moth or damage

Special Forces Group organization in the Vietnam EraDuring the Vietnam War

as indicated by the stencil on the lid

Original U.S. WWII OSS “Big Joe” Crossbow Bolt Used on the Big Joe 5 Crossbow Spanish Military Equipment though it looks to beOriginal 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