Inert Replica WWII
MkII Fragmentation (Pineapple) Grenade with M10 Series Fuse
Simply the most visually and functionally authentic inert replica on
the market.
Made in the USA by Vintage Ordnance Co. Perfect for exhibit, demonstration or theatrical use.
Replica United States WWII issue MkII fragmentation (Pineapple) Grenade
with correct and mechanically functional M10A2 style metal fuse, spring,
striker, spoon and pin. When you pull the pin and throw the grenade, the
spring driven striker flips off the stamped steel lever just like the original.
The zinc fuse body also unscrews from the grenade body like the original.
The mold for the grenade body was made from an original WWII
grenade. The body of the grenade is cast in an extremely durable,
non-chipping, dark grey plastic. You can drop it down a flight of
concrete steps and the worst you'll do is scratch the paint.
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| VOCO Reproduction WWII MkII Pineapple Hand Grenade |
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| VOCO Reproduction WWII MkII Pineapple Hand Grenade |
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| VOCO Reproduction WWII MkII Pineapple Hand Grenade |
We chose this particular plastic for its strength, light weight
and ease of casting. These replicas are light enough at 3.5 ounces to
hang off mannequins and they won't bang up and scratch your military vehicles
during displays, trail rides or reenactments. If a realistic weight is
required. the grenade body can be easily hollowed to add lead shot.
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| Original WWII MkII Hand Grenade |
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| Chinese Made Grenade |
Keep in mind that this is the most authentic replica on the market.
Virtually all "WWII MkII Pineapple Grenades" advertised are
terribly inaccurate Chinese made iron castings threaded to accept a modern
surplus grenade fuse. (fig. 1) Don't be fooled. Not only is
the geometry of the grenade body wrong, the current issue fuse and spoon looks
nothing like the M10 series of fuses from WWII. Compare the bogus WWII" MkII grenade (fig. 1) with the
photos of the genuine (fig. 2-8). Then compare the original to our resin
replica. You may also notice that the original doesn't stand up straight
while ours does. That's because no two MkII grenades are exactly the
same. Fortunately, our master mold was made from a fairly level bottomed
grenade that will stand on its bottom.
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