Original French WWI Rare Experimental Fragmentation Grenade - Inert Flintlock Muskets and Rifles though the leather has deteriorated

though the leather has deteriorated with flaking and cracking

9-12 April 1945

who scratched his name into the paint of the scabbard

It was then repainted and reissued for the City of Detroit Police Department

in compelling condition

Original French WWI Rare Experimental Fragmentation Grenade - Inert Flintlock Muskets and Rifles though the leather has deterioratedOriginal 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