Original French WWI F1 Hand Grenade with Scarce Early Wick Type Fuze Swedish Militaria showing some deformation to the

showing some deformation to the end of the hammer

The 43rd also was part of an assault on Rhode Island

The sword knot is present but in rather delicate condition

making it a standout centerpiece in any collection of military edged weapons

Original French WWI F1 Hand Grenade with Scarce Early Wick Type Fuze Swedish Militaria showing some deformation to theOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a totally inert BATF compliant genuine World War One French F1 Grenade with an extraordinarily rare wick type fuse offered in very good condition. This was the first and least effective type of fuse used with the F1 grenade during WWI. This simple lit wick type had obvious drawbacks, quickly being replaced with later fuse models. Unloaded or dummy grenades, artillery shell casings, and similar devices, which