Original Japanese WWII Type 97 Inert Fragmentation Hand Grenade Converted to Lighter Japanese Antique Guns it was withdrawn from service

it was withdrawn from service soon after the Second World War ended

Year of Manufacture: circa 1750

The remains of the liner top pad and part of the chin strap are still present

Lieutenant Colonel Arthur Loveband of Naas

• War Merit Cross 1st Class with Swords in original case

Original Japanese WWII Type 97 Inert Fragmentation Hand Grenade Converted to Lighter Japanese Antique Guns it was withdrawn from serviceOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a great inert demilitarized genuine Japanese Type 97 Hand Grenade, brought home by a USGI after the war, and converted into a very nice table lighter! It is in very good condition, and still features the original grenade body and top cover. The top cover had the central fuse removed, and the hole drilled out. It was then equipped with a very nice small lighter, which was made and marked on the side by Bowers