Original French WWI Rare Experimental Fragmentation Grenade - Inert Flintlock Muskets and Rifles in compelling condition

in compelling condition

9-12 April 1945

Other markings may be present but are not visible under the paint

This is a massive photo album both in size (15” x 12”)

These early helmets were generally painted black although some were left in their original field-gray World War I color

Original French WWI Rare Experimental Fragmentation Grenade - Inert Flintlock Muskets and Rifles in compelling conditionOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice French WWI experimental grenade, offered in good condition. This example is offered totally inert with a deactivated internal fuse and all explosives removed per BATF specifications. This grenade is definitely an interesting example, and looks to be designed for use with a trip wire. The explosives cavity is relatively small, as is the shape. We assume this was intended to cause close range