Original French WWI Rare Experimental Fragmentation Grenade - Inert Flintlock Muskets and Rifles These early helmets were generally

These early helmets were generally painted black although some were left in their original field-gray World War I color

This is a massive photo album both in size (15” x 12”)

Other markings may be present but are not visible under the paint

The bore still shows three groove rifling

It was then repainted and reissued for the City of Detroit Police Department

Original French WWI Rare Experimental Fragmentation Grenade - Inert Flintlock Muskets and Rifles These early helmets were generallyOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice French WWI experimental grenade, offered in good condition. This example is offered totally inert with a deactivated internal fuse and all explosives removed per BATF specifications. This grenade is definitely an interesting example, and looks to be designed for use with a trip wire. The explosives cavity is relatively small, as is the shape. We assume this was intended to cause close range