Original German WWI M1913/15 Poppenberg Inert Ball Stick Hand Fragmentation Grenade - Rare Japanese Documents and Books which unfortunately has removed almost

which unfortunately has removed almost all of the original finish

This wonderful condition Grease Gun was manufactured by the Guide Lamp Company and is complete with US ordnance markings on left side of magazine and serial number 273853

MARCH 1945: Demolition work clearing of wooden posts on Yellow 2 beach

Unlike later models

Thickness: 3-4mm

Original German WWI M1913/15 Poppenberg Inert Ball Stick Hand Fragmentation Grenade - Rare Japanese Documents and Books which unfortunately has removed almostOriginal Item: Only One Available. Germany entered World War I with a single grenade design: a heavy 750 gram (26 oz) ball shaped fragmentation grenade for use only by pioneers in attacking fortifications. This was known as the Kugelhandgranate ("ball hand grenade") also known as Khg Mod. 1913, the first German hand fragmentation grenade. However it was too heavy for regular use on the battlefield by untrained troops and not suitable for mass