Original British WWI No.24 Mk I Rifle Fragmentation Grenade - Inert Russian Antique Guns The interior lining is somewhat

The interior lining is somewhat torn

and translates to:

During the initial phase in early 1942

Cartridge Type: Ball and Powder

To see such waste of a truly beautiful Flintlock pistol is a crime but history is what it is and this is the hand we have now been dealt

Original British WWI No.24 Mk I Rifle Fragmentation Grenade - Inert Russian Antique Guns The interior lining is somewhatOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of one of the principal rifle grenades used by British forces during WWI, introduced into western front service in June of 1917. Offered in totally inert, BATF complaint non functional condition. Not available for export. This example is in very nice condition, and measures 15 1 4 inches in overall length, with a 9 3 4 inch bore rod and 3 1 2 inch long explosive head. There is some rust