Inert, WW1 German M1917 Rifle Grenade

Inert, WW1 German M1917 Rifle Grenade

Inert, Imperial German model 1917 rifle grenade. Launched from a cup discharger with live ball ammunition, it was a basically a copy of the French V.B Grenade. Known to allied troops as the 'Ink Pot'

Better than average example, it has some finish, minimal pitting & is strippable. Matching maker marks to both sections. Remarkably the fibre gasket that seals & divides the two pieces is present. All threads good. The body stencilled 'INERT' perhaps a museum marking? Scarce in this condition.

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Code: 52310