Original German WWI Model 1917 n/A Inert Egg Hand Fragmentation Grenade - Eierhandgranate Category_MG 42 Mounts Smoke and flash are emitted

Smoke and flash are emitted through holes in the rear of the mortar cartridge

Comes complete with full brass mounted leather scabbard

Left sleeve has two overseas service bars indication 12+ months of overseas service

This only the second edged weapon of any kind that we have had by this maker

Original German WWI Model 1917 n/A Inert Egg Hand Fragmentation Grenade - Eierhandgranate Category_MG 42 Mounts Smoke and flash are emittedOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a totally inert non functional genuine WWI grenade. The Eierhandgranate ("egg hand grenade") is the name given to a model of a hand thrown fragmentation grenade manufactured in Germany, also known as Mod. 1917. A similar grenade called the Model 39 grenade was later introduced by Germany and used in World War II. Unloaded or dummy grenades, artillery shell casings, and similar devices, which are cut or