Original U.S. WWII Era Inert MkII Pre War Red Practice Pineapple Grenade with M10A3 Fuze - Circa 1920-1930 Francotte-Martini Rifles & Parts which reduced the weight somewhat

which reduced the weight somewhat

in very good condition and complete with the original cleaning rod and oiler

Size looks to be about medium - approximately a US 7 1/4 (58cm) and offered in overall very good condition

The insignia of the angry rooster or fighting cock was associated with Escadrille (Squadron) BR 216

In addition there is a photograph of the proof marks of this known Confederate Soldier's Rifle on the Title page of the book which are completely identical to those on this weapon

Original U.S. WWII Era Inert MkII Pre War Red Practice Pineapple Grenade with M10A3 Fuze - Circa 1920-1930 Francotte-Martini Rifles & Parts which reduced the weight somewhatOriginal Item: Only One Available. Totally inert and demilitarized according to BATF guidelines with hollow body and inert fuse. This grenade cannot be converted to an explosive device and is not available for export. This is an iconic U. S. fragmentation pineapple grenade issued during WWII. The Mk II was standardized in 1920 replacing the Mk I of 1917. It was phased out gradually, the U. S. Navy being the last users, on 2 April 1945 the Mk II and Mk