{"title":"81mm Mortar","description":"U.S. WWII 81mm Mortars for sale at International Military Antiques.","products":[{"product_id":"u-s-wwii-81mm-m1-mortar-can-for-he-m43a1-dated-12-44","title":"U.S. WWII 81mm M1 Mortar Can for HE M43A1- Dated 12\/44","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Dated December 1944, during the Battle of the Buldge, these cans each held four Mortars and were crucial to U.S. troops that were pinned down in the forest of Ardennes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition of each can is good to very good, minor surface rust and paint imperfections should be expected. Each will come as found and will be dirty, we cleaned the photographed example, and the stenciling will vary but each is marked 12\/44. Very few available, get them while you can!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarkings Vary, but will be WW2.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"No","offer_id":25652319877,"sku":"MU1565","price":144.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Yes","offer_id":25652320069,"sku":"MU1565","price":159.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/mu1565__1.jpg?v=1600858185"},{"product_id":"u-s-wwii-60mm-81mm-mortar-m2-ammunition-vest-unissued","title":"U.S. WWII 60mm \u0026 81mm Mortar M2 Ammunition Vest: Unissued","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: WWII M2 ammo vest to hold 81mm or 60 mm mortar rounds, constructed of heavy OD Green canvas. Each vest is new old stock and is amazingly still in contained in the original “Atlantic Products Corporation” bag, having never been issued or even opened!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"No","offer_id":25652353029,"sku":"MU1884","price":59.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Yes","offer_id":25652353221,"sku":"MU1884","price":65.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/mu1884-6.jpg?v=1599545989"},{"product_id":"original-u-s-wwii-m1-81mm-display-mortar","title":"Original U.S. WWII M1 81mm Display Mortar","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: The M1 81mm mortar was the largest weapon in the arsenal of the U.S. WWII infantry battalion. It provided the battalion commander with a powerful and flexible indirect fire capability. Sometimes called \"infantry artillery,\" or \"hip pocket artillery,\" mortars were capable of quickly laying down heavy barrages. These could stop enemy attacks under the worst conditions. Able to fire at high angles, mortars could fire at targets in defilade, either under direction of a forward observer, or firing off map coordinates. In the WW2 Pacific campaigns, these weapons became an important part of the battalion's firepower, especially since they could be man-packed into positions that were inaccessible to artillery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer genuine M1 81mm non-functional BATF approved display mortars as used by U.S. forces in WWII (however these are postwar manufactured) each display is comprised of the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Base Plate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Adjustable Bipod\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Demilled Barrel Tube which has been saw cut from the original base cup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- A near perfect reproduction base cup welded in place\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition the barrel has been fitted with two cross pins to prevent use. These weapons, are most unusual for the collectors market, and have been stored in European Government Arsenals until their recent release, original data plate long ago removed and optical sight is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal Specifications:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 136 pounds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength of tube: 49.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElevation: 40 to 80 degrees\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRate of fire (normal): 18 rpm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRate of fire(maximum): 30 to 35 rpm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRange: 100 to 3,290 yards\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12155962228805,"sku":"XL8101","price":3895.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/xl8101w__1.jpg?v=1602469547"},{"product_id":"u-s-wwii-81mm-mortar-parts-set","title":"U.S. WWII 81mm Mortar Parts Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: The M1 81mm mortar was the largest weapon in the arsenal of the U.S. WWII infantry battalion. It provided the battalion commander with a powerful and flexible indirect fire capability. Sometimes called \"infantry artillery,\" or \"hip pocket artillery,\" mortars were capable of quickly laying down heavy barrages. These could stop enemy attacks under the worst conditions. Able to fire at high angles, mortars could fire at targets in defilade, either under direction of an forward observer, or firing off map coordinates. In the WW2 Pacific campaigns, these weapons became an important part of the battalion's firepower, especially since they could be man-packed into positions that were inaccessible to artillery. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer genuine M1 81mm non-functional BATF approved dislay mortars as used by U.S. forces in WWII (however these are postwar manufactured) each display is comprised of the follwoing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Base Plate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Adjustable Bipod \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Demilled Barrel Tube which has been saw cut from the original base cup. Base cup is NOT included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition the barrel has been fitted with two cross pins to prevent use. These weapons, are most unusual for the collectors market, and have been stored in European Government Arsenals until their recent release, original data plate long ago removed and optical sight is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal Specifications:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 136 pounds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength of tube: 49.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElevation: 40 to 80 degrees\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRate of fire (normal): 18 rpm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRate of fire(maximum): 30 to 35 rpm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRange: 100 to 3,290 yards\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"No","offer_id":25653054789,"sku":"XL8100","price":1895.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Yes","offer_id":25653054917,"sku":"XL8100","price":2084.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/XL8100.jpg?v=1600857755"},{"product_id":"81mm-mortar-cleaning-brush","title":"81mm Mortar Cleaning Brush","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOriginal Item:\u003c\/b\u003e81mm Cleaning Brush (worn) Complete with Adjustable Rod\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"No","offer_id":25653055749,"sku":"XL8103","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Yes","offer_id":25653055941,"sku":"XL8103","price":44.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/XL8103.jpg?v=1602193198"},{"product_id":"81mm-mortar-leather-canvas-muzzle-cover","title":"81mm Mortar Leather\/Canvas Muzzle Cover","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOriginal Item:\u003c\/b\u003e Genuine 81mm Mortar Leather\/Canvas Muzzle Cover.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"No","offer_id":25653055813,"sku":"XL8102","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Yes","offer_id":25653056005,"sku":"XL8102","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/XL8102.jpg?v=1602192885"},{"product_id":"81mm-mortar-commando-base-plate","title":"81mm Mortar Commando Base Plate","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Original Items:\u003c\/b\u003e81mm Commando Base Plate with Leather Protector and Belt Loop.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"No","offer_id":25653055877,"sku":"XL8106","price":89.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Yes","offer_id":25653056069,"sku":"XL8106","price":98.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/XL8106-1.jpg?v=1601261516"},{"product_id":"81mm-mortar-optional-sight-extension-bracket","title":"81mm Mortar Optional Sight Extension Bracket","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Original Item:\u003c\/b\u003e 81mm Mortar Optional Sight Extension Bracket (for raising).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"No","offer_id":25653056133,"sku":"XL8108","price":79.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Yes","offer_id":25653056197,"sku":"XL8108","price":87.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/XL8108.jpg?v=1603008521"},{"product_id":"mortar-clinometer-w-leather-case-use-with-60mm-81mm-models","title":"Mortar Clinometer w\/ Leather Case: Use with 60mm \u0026 81mm Models","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont face=\"arial, helvetica, sans-serif\" size=\"2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Item\u003c\/strong\u003e: Comes in Leather Case for calculating barrel trajectory. For use with both 60mm and 81mm Mortar Models.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"No","offer_id":25653056261,"sku":"XL8110","price":49.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Yes","offer_id":25653056453,"sku":"XL8110","price":54.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/XL8110.jpg?v=1600555083"},{"product_id":"chain-mailed-leather-mortar-barrel-mitt-w-shoulder-pad","title":"Chain Mailed Leather Mortar Barrel Mitt W\/ Shoulder Pad","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Chain Mailed Leather Hot 81mm Mortar Barrel Mitt with Matching Shoulder Pad Protector.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"No","offer_id":25653056389,"sku":"XL8111","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Yes","offer_id":25653056581,"sku":"XL8111","price":32.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/XL8111-1.jpg?v=1602104869"},{"product_id":"original-u-s-wwii-m1-81mm-mortar-leather-tube-head-cover","title":"Original U.S. WWII M1 81mm Mortar Leather Tube Head Cover","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: 81mm Leather Head Cover for Mortar Bipod in used but solid condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M1 81mm mortar was the largest weapon in the arsenal of the U.S. WWII infantry battalion. It provided the battalion commander with a powerful and flexible indirect fire capability. Sometimes called \"infantry artillery,\" or \"hip pocket artillery,\" mortars were capable of quickly laying down heavy barrages. These could stop enemy attacks under the worst conditions. Able to fire at high angles, mortars could fire at targets in defilade, either under direction of an forward observer, or firing off map coordinates. In the WW2 Pacific campaigns, these weapons became an important part of the battalion's firepower, especially since they could be man-packed into positions that were inaccessible to artillery. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"No","offer_id":25653056325,"sku":"XL8107","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Yes","offer_id":25653056517,"sku":"XL8107","price":27.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/xl8107__01.jpg?v=1602469070"},{"product_id":"original-u-s-wwii-81mm-mortar-support-tool-set","title":"Original U.S. WWII 81mm Mortar Support Tool Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Found in Portugal after WWII, these are support sets issued to mortar men for the 81mm U.S. type heavy Mortar. Each set consists of 6 pieces; oiler, oil bottle, soft mallet, small parts tin (empty), brush, and special take down tool (or fuse setter?). \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"No","offer_id":25653056709,"sku":"XL8121","price":59.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Yes","offer_id":25653056837,"sku":"XL8121","price":65.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/xl8121w__5.jpg?v=1602536320"},{"product_id":"original-u-s-wwii-mortar-plumb-weight-size-large","title":"Original U.S. WWII Mortar Plumb Weight - Size Large","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Mortars were commonly issued with plumb weights to aid in accurate alignment before firing. We have found very few mortar plumb weights. They are made of steel with a cotton cord suspension string and come in two sizes. The small weights are 1.50 inch (38 mm) in length and  0.79 inch (20 mm) in diameter. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe large weights are 2.0 inch (50 mm) in length and 1.2 inch (30 mm) in diameter. Both sizes of weights have a recess into which the cord can be wrapped, and a smaller groove to tightly secure the loose end of the cord.  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":26168341637,"sku":"MUX1014","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/mux1014__04.jpg?v=1602448756"},{"product_id":"artillery-fire-control-alidade","title":"Artillery Fire Control Alidade","description":"Original Item: The Fire Control Alidade is a hand-held scale used to determine how much deflection is needed to correct fire onto a target.  These are labeled for the 81 mm mortar but can be used with any gun the fire of which can be seen.  The scale is in mils, a circular unit of measurement used primarily by the military to specify horizontal angles.  Instructions are included with the alidade.  The instrument is made of a white polymer.","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":26168414085,"sku":"MG8101","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/MG8101.jpg?v=1600839399"},{"product_id":"original-u-s-wwii-mortar-bubble-level-small","title":"Original U.S. WWII Mortar Bubble Level - Small","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Small size replacement bubble level for mortar bipod. Each level is packed in a small wooden box. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions:  Length, 1.31 inch (33.3 mm); Diameter, 0.35 inch (8.7 mm). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFew only: get a replacement while they last.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":26168470661,"sku":"MUX1013","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/mux1013__02.jpg?v=1601151070"},{"product_id":"mortar-plumb-weight-small","title":"Mortar Plumb Weight: Small","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Item:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mortars were commonly issued with plumb weights to aid in accurate alignment before firing.  IMA has found a very few mortar plumb weights.  They are made of steel with a cotton cord suspension string and come in two sizes.  The small weights are 1.50 inch (38 mm) in length and  0.79 inch (20 mm) in diameter.  The large weights are 2.0 inch (50 mm) in length and  1.2 inch (30 mm) in diameter.  Both sizes of weights have a recess into which the cord can be wrapped, and a smaller groove to tightly secure the loose end of the cord.  A few of the large plumb weights have cylindrical leather cases; these are the SELECT weights. \u003cstrong\u003eThis is the SMALL version.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":26168484997,"sku":"MUX1015","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/MUX1015.jpg?v=1603534876"},{"product_id":"original-u-s-wwii-m2-60-mm-display-mortar-ww2-dated","title":"Original U.S. WWII M2 60 mm Display Mortar- WW2 Dated","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is not a Spanish made copy, this is a genuine US made WWII dated M2 mortar, in excellent condition. These are nearly impossible to find!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe U.S. M2 60 mm mortar was developed from the heavier 81 mm M1 Mortar to provide a lighter-weight alternative to company-level fire support. The M2 attempted to bridge the gap between the 81 mm mortar and the hand grenade. Normally employed by the weapons platoon of a U.S. infantry company, the M2 is of the usual mortar pattern of the day. It consists of a smoothbore metal tube on a rectangular baseplate, supported by a simple bipod with the elevation and traverse mechanisms. The firing pin was fixed in the base cap of the tube, and the bomb was fired automatically when it dropped down the barrel. Though classed as a light mortar, the M2 had considerable range compared to the 50 mm and 60 mm mortars of most other nations, and its fixed-firing pin design allowed a high rate of fire by trained crews. The M2 Mortar was used throughout World War II by the U.S. Army and U.S. Marine Corps. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mortar is offered in excellent condition. A data plate on the bipod reads-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMOUNT MORTAR\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e60MM. M5, NO. 1189\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eORD. DEPT. U.S.A.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eREADCO 1945\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eINSP CJI\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur non-firing display Mortar has an original WW2 dated adjustable bipod mount, original WW2 base plate, new made non-functional BATF approved tube with new made ball. The T\u0026amp;E mechanism works perfectly, the data plate is legible, the original leather transport closure strap is intact.  We have never had one of these in such fantastic nearly unissued condition and don’t expect to see one again anytime soon.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":26169282437,"sku":"ON2545","price":1995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/on2545__2.jpg?v=1602457240"},{"product_id":"u-s-ww2-60mm-mortar-round","title":"U.S. WW2 60mm Mortar Round","description":"\u003cp\u003eNew Made Item: This is a 3-piece resin replica of the 60mm M49A2 HE mortar round. This replica is molded from a handmade silicone mold, which was cast from a de-milled 60mm round, so it holds all of the detail of an original. The body and fuse are cast grey resilient resin, simulating metal, ready to be cleaned and painted. The tail section is cast in black pliable high strength resin to allow movement and will keep the detailed thin tail fins from snapping. Original WW2 De-milled 60mm mortar rounds weighed 3 pounds and had a maximum range of 2,000 yards, although accuracy was diminished at ranges over 1,000. While having less power than the 81mm mortar, the 60mm was easy to transport and could be brought into action quickly, which was its prime asset. The 60mm M2 was a versatile and reliable performer making it a key infantry weapon during World War II. Original inert rounds are very hard to find on the market today, but our resin alternative will give you the look and feel to complete any WW2 collection for a fraction of the cost! Totally inert, cannot be converted into a destructive device.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"New Made Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":26169452101,"sku":"AMU6060","price":54.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/amu6060.jpg?v=1600890997"},{"product_id":"original-u-s-wwii-mortar-bubble-level-large","title":"Original U.S. WWII Mortar Bubble Level- Large","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Small size replacement bubble level for mortar bipod.  Each level is packed in a small wooden box. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions:  Length, 1.38 inch (35.0 mm); Diameter, 0.44 inch (11.1 mm).  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFew only: get a replacement while they last.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":26169975813,"sku":"MUX1012","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/mux1012__02.jpg?v=1602448789"},{"product_id":"mortar-plumb-weight-large-select","title":"Mortar Plumb Weight: Large (Select)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Item:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mortars were commonly issued with plumb weights to aid in accurate alignment before firing.  IMA has found a very few mortar plumb weights.  They are made of steel with a cotton cord suspension string and come in two sizes.  The small weights are 1.50 inch (38 mm) in length and  0.79 inch (20 mm) in diameter.  The large weights are 2.0 inch (50 mm) in length and  1.2 inch (30 mm) in diameter.  Both sizes of weights have a recess into which the cord can be wrapped, and a smaller groove to tightly secure the loose end of the cord.  A few of the large plumb weights have cylindrical leather cases; these are the SELECT weights. \u003cstrong\u003eThis is the Large Select version\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":26169980037,"sku":"MUX1014S","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/MUX1014S.jpg?v=1603535026"},{"product_id":"original-u-s-wwii-type-subcaliber-22cal-mortar-trainer-device-3-f-8-for-60mm-81mm-and-4-2-inch-mortars","title":"Original U.S. WWII type Subcaliber .22cal Mortar Trainer Device 3-F-8 for 60mm, 81mm and 4.2 Inch Mortars","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"480\" height=\"360\" src=\"\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2-W2-wYvmEo\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. Fine nearly unissued 1953 U.S. Sub-caliber mortar trainer Device 3-F-8 for 60mm, 81mm and 4.2 Inch mortars. In excellent working condition (see video of us test firing it), all parts function. Included in the kit are the following original parts-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubcaliber barrel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e22 Reusable Steel Projectiles (2 spare).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 boxes of .22 bank launching cartridges. (we cannot guarantee functionality)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdapters for 60mm ,81mm, 4.2 Inch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal wood transit chest and data plate bearing serial number 435. Measures 31\" x 10\" x 4.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo rare original manuals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCleaning kit with bore brush, cleaning rod, etc...\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll you do is Install the kit in your mortar place a blank in the base of the projectile drop it down the sub caliber tube and POP off it goes like the real thing!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete kit, offered in excellent condition, these do not come around often. Ready to display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOTE: While we cannot guarantee the propellant charges work, they are still considered HAZ MAT, and this item must be shipped ORM-D via UPS Ground.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":26172515077,"sku":"ON2549","price":2795.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/on2549__1.jpg?v=1602435435"},{"product_id":"original-u-s-wwii-m2-60mm-display-mortar-with-m4-collimator-sight-and-display-bomb-ww2-dated","title":"Original U.S. WWII M2 60mm Display Mortar with M4 Collimator Sight and Display Bomb - WW2 Dated","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is not a Spanish made copy, this is a genuine US made WWII dated M2 mortar, in excellent condition. These are nearly impossible to find!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe U.S. M2 60 mm mortar was developed from the heavier 81 mm M1 Mortar to provide a lighter-weight alternative to company-level fire support. The M2 attempted to bridge the gap between the 81 mm mortar and the hand grenade. Normally employed by the weapons platoon of a U.S. infantry company, the M2 is of the usual mortar pattern of the day. It consists of a smoothbore metal tube on a rectangular baseplate, supported by a simple bipod with the elevation and traverse mechanisms. The firing pin was fixed in the base cap of the tube, and the bomb was fired automatically when it dropped down the barrel. Though classed as a light mortar, the M2 had considerable range compared to the 50 mm and 60 mm mortars of most other nations, and its fixed-firing pin design allowed a high rate of fire by trained crews. The M2 Mortar was used throughout World War II by the U.S. Army and U.S. Marine Corps. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mortar is offered in excellent condition. A data plate on the bipod reads-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMOUNT MORTAR\n\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003e60MM. M5, NO. 3182\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eORD. DEPT. U.S.A.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSUNDSTRAND M.T. CO 1945\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eINSP A.C.R.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur non-firing display Mortar has an original WW2 dated adjustable bipod mount, original WW2 base plate, new made non-functional BATF approved tube with new made ball. Also includes an inert Display Bomb with an original deactivated tail assembly. The T\u0026amp;E mechanism works perfectly, the data plate is legible, the original leather transport closure strap is intact.  We have never had one of these in such fantastic nearly unissued condition and don’t expect to see one again anytime soon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso included is an original WW2 issue M4 Collimator Sight as depicted in FM 23-90. This sight was also used on the US 81mm mortar. By laying the sight on aiming stakes, the mortar squad could fire indirect missions. The open sight allowed the squad to fire direct lay missions. The sight is in excellent condition and also comes with the original carry case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSight is marked:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSIGHT M4\n\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003eSTOCK NO. 7579927\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSERIAL NO. 80142\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe excellent leather carry case is marked on the exterior:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eD29377\n\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003eCASE, CARRY\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMI4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe interior is marked in two places:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGRATTON \u0026amp; KNIGHT CO\n\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003eWORCESTER, MASS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":26172574085,"sku":"ON2772","price":2795.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/on2772__1.jpg?v=1602456468"},{"product_id":"original-u-s-wwii-m1-81mm-display-mortar-with-commando-base-plate","title":"Original U.S. WWII M1 81mm Display Mortar with Commando Base Plate","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: The M1 81mm mortar was the largest weapon in the arsenal of the U.S. WWII infantry battalion. It provided the battalion commander with a powerful and flexible indirect fire capability. Sometimes called \"infantry artillery,\" or \"hip pocket artillery,\" mortars were capable of quickly laying down heavy barrages. These could stop enemy attacks under the worst conditions. Able to fire at high angles, mortars could fire at targets in defilade, either under direction of a forward observer, or firing off map coordinates. In the WW2 Pacific campaigns, these weapons became an important part of the battalion's firepower, especially since they could be man-packed into positions that were inaccessible to artillery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis offering is all fitted with the far smaller \"Commando\" base plate, which is easily carried on a belt, which drastically improved the portability of the mortar, at the expense of firing stability. Still, for front line highly mobile units, it was highly useful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer genuine M1 81mm non-functional BATF approved display mortars as used by U.S. forces in WWII (however these are postwar manufactured) each display is comprised of the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Lightweight \"Commando\" Base Plate\u003cbr\u003e- Adjustable Bipod\u003cbr\u003e- Demilled Barrel Tube which has been saw cut from the original base cup\u003cbr\u003e- A near perfect reproduction inert base cup welded in place\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition the barrel has been fitted with two cross pins to prevent use. These weapons, are most unusual for the collectors market, and have been stored in European Government Arsenals until their recent release, original data plate long ago removed and optical sight is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal Specifications:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 136 pounds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength of tube: 49.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElevation: 40 to 80 degrees\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRate of fire (normal): 18 rpm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRate of fire(maximum): 30 to 35 rpm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRange: 100 to 3,290 yards\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"No","offer_id":19076252893253,"sku":"XL8115","price":1995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Yes","offer_id":19076260823109,"sku":"XL8115","price":2295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/XL8115__08.jpg?v=1628356014"},{"product_id":"original-u-s-wwii-m2-60mm-display-mortar-by-firestone-with-m4-sight-and-accessories-wwii-dated","title":"Original U.S. WWII M2 60mm Display Mortar by Firestone with M4 Sight and Accessories - WWII Dated","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Set Available. This is not a Spanish made copy, this is a genuine US made WWII dated M2 mortar tube with bipod and base plate, in excellent condition. We have never had a set with an original tube previously. It comes complete with \"all the trimmings\": a deactivated round in storage tube, an M4 Collimator Sight in leather case, and even an \"Acquired\" British-made mortar tool roll. These are nearly impossible to find, especially with fully intact markings and WWII Dates!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe U.S. M2 60 mm mortar was developed from the heavier 81 mm M1 Mortar to provide a lighter-weight alternative to company-level fire support. The M2 attempted to bridge the gap between the 81 mm mortar and the hand grenade. Normally employed by the weapons platoon of a U.S. infantry company, the M2 is of the usual mortar pattern of the day. It consists of a smoothbore metal tube on a rectangular baseplate, supported by a simple bipod with the elevation and traverse mechanisms. The firing pin was fixed in the base cap of the tube, and the bomb was fired automatically when it dropped down the barrel. Though classed as a light mortar, the M2 had considerable range compared to the 50 mm and 60 mm mortars of most other nations, and its fixed-firing pin design allowed a high rate of fire by trained crews. The M2 Mortar was used throughout World War II by the U.S. Army and U.S. Marine Corps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur non-firing display Mortar is offered in excellent condition. Unlike previous offerings, this has an original tube, demilitarized to BATF specifications, with a bore-width hole in the side and welded-in cross pins. It also features\u003cspan\u003e an original WWII dated adjustable M5 bipod mount and original base plate. The T\u0026amp;E mechanism works perfectly, the leg angle adjustment works correctly, the data plate is legible, and the original leather transport closure strap is intact. We have never had one of these in such fantastic complete condition and don\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003et expect to see one again anytime soon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe base cup is maker marked and dated:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMORTAR, 60MM. M2 NO.65727 ORD. DEPT. U.S.A.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFIRESTONE T.\u0026amp;P. CO. 1945 11.5LBS  INSP E.A.L.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA data plate on the bipod reads-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMOUNT, MORTAR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e60MM. M5, NO. 4619\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eORD. DEPT. U.S.A.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eREAD CO  1945\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINSP. A.D.K.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncluded with the set is an original WWII issue M4 Collimator Sight as depicted in FM 23-90. This sight was also used on the US 81mm mortar. By laying the sight on aiming stakes, the mortar squad could fire indirect missions. The open sight allowed the squad to fire direct lay missions. The sight is in very good  condition with an intact bubble level, and also comes with the original leather carry case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sight is marked:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSIGHT, M4\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSERIAL NO. 140390\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso included to fill out the set are these great accessories:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInert deactivated M49A2 Bomb with an original deactivated tail assembly. It comes in an original transit tube, which is marked on the top. The bomb itself is marked, and even has a manufacture date of \u003cstrong\u003e2 - 5 - 1943\u003c\/strong\u003e. It can be disassembled for inspection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA British-Issue Canadian-Made khaki canvas mortar tool roll. This also has a spot for the M4 sight, as well as various tools that would be needed to service the mortar. These tools are unfortunately missing, however the roll still has a great look empty. It is also dated \u003cstrong\u003e1945\u003c\/strong\u003e on the canvas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is truly a remarkable set, and would make a great centerpiece to any WWII collection. Ready to display!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29390571831365,"sku":"ON10005","price":3995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/ON10005__21.jpg?v=1596684198"},{"product_id":"original-u-s-wwii-m49a2-60mm-deactivated-practice-mortar-round-dated-1943-inert","title":"Original U.S. WWII M49A2 60mm Deactivated Practice Mortar Round dated 1943 - Inert","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. Totally inert and demilitarized according to BATF guidelines with hollow body and inert fuse. This mortar round cannot be converted to an explosive devise and is not available for export.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a hard to find WWII 1943-Dated M49A2 Deactivated Mortar Round, for the U.S. 60mm M2 Mortar. The M49A2 was a High explosive (HE) round, equipped with the point Detonating fuze M52B1. It was an explosive shell used against infantry and other light area targets. It has a minimum range of 200 yards when fired without a boosting charge at a 70° angle and a maximum range of 2017 yards when fired with four boosting charges at a 45° angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example is in very good condition, with original arsenal markings stamped into the mortar round body: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLOT - LF - 14 - 1943 - 60MM - M49A2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also has additional markings stenciled on the outside, indicating that it is \u003cstrong\u003eINERT\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLOADED\u003c\/strong\u003e and the fuse is marked \u003cstrong\u003eEMPTY\u003c\/strong\u003e. There is a bit of rusting around the \"fragmentation band\", but otherwise the paint is retained very well. The fuze screws off for inspecting the internal structure, which has been filled with plaster to simulate a loaded round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great chance to pick up a scarce WWII dated deactivated mortar round!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29443245572165,"sku":"ON10033","price":425.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/ON10033__02.jpg?v=1596562032"},{"product_id":"original-u-s-wwii-m49a2-60mm-deactivated-mortar-round-dated-1945-inert","title":"Original U.S. WWII M49A2 60mm Deactivated Mortar Round dated 1945 - Inert","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. Totally inert and demilitarized according to BATF guidelines with hollow body and inert fuse. This mortar round cannot be converted to an explosive devise and is not available for export.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a hard to find WWII 1945-Dated M49A2 Deactivated Mortar Round, for the U.S. 60mm M2 Mortar. The M49A2 was a High explosive (HE) round, equipped with the point Detonating \u003cstrong\u003eFUZE P.D. M52G2\u003c\/strong\u003e. It was an explosive shell used against infantry and other light area targets. It has a minimum range of 200 yards when fired without a boosting charge at a 70° angle and a maximum range of 2017 yards when fired with four boosting charges at a 45° angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example is in very good condition, with original arsenal markings stamped into the mortar round body: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLOT - CCC - 1 - 16 - 1945 - 60MM - M49A2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe OD Green paint is retained very well, with some lighter green arsenal filling marks on the outside. The fuze, which still has the copper arming cotter pin intact, screws off for inspecting the internal structure. The base screws off as well, but only with some difficulty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great chance to pick up a scarce WWII dated deactivated mortar round!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30977423048773,"sku":"ON10283","price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/ON10283__03.jpg?v=1596044239"},{"product_id":"original-u-s-wwii-era-m69-training-practice-cartridge-for-the-m2-60mm-mortar-inert","title":"Original U.S. WWII Era M69 Training \/ Practice Cartridge for the M2 60mm Mortar - Inert","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. Totally inert and demilitarized according to BATF guidelines with a solid body and the propellant charge removed. This mortar round cannot be converted to an explosive devise and is not available for export.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a hard to find WWII Era M69 Training \/ Practice Cartridge, as used with the U.S. WWII issue M2 60 Mortar. This mortar also continued to be used during the Korean war, and into the Vietnam era. The training cartridge itself is a shell with a cast iron body, inert filler, and detachable fin assembly used to train recruits in firing. The cast iron body is reusable and the fin assembly can be replaced if damaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example is in very good shape, with a great patina, and intact fins, though they do not unscrew anymore, most likely due to dirt and rust in the threads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great chance to pick up a very nice looking WWII era practice round!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31217232511045,"sku":"ON10573","price":149.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/ON10573__01.jpg?v=1595184071"},{"product_id":"original-u-s-wwii-81mm-mortar-m43-he-shell","title":"Original U.S. WWII 81mm Mortar M43 HE Shell","description":"Original Item: Only One Available. Totally inert and demilitarized according to BATF guidelines with hollow body and inert fuse. This mortar round cannot be converted to an explosive devise and is not available for export.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a totally genuine United States military WWII or just post war produced SHELL, H.E., M43 with a newly made resin PD, M52 Series fuze. The shell is offered in excellent condition with original yellow paint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe SHELL, H.E., M43 was originally adapted as the light shell for the 81-mm mortar. It is designed for use against light targets such as machine gun nests, barbed wire entanglements and personnel in the open.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShell body. The body of this shell is constructed of forged steel. It is tear-dropped in shape; that is, blunt nose and tapered tail. It has a bourrelet machined near the nose of the shell consisting of several annular grooves which serves to act as a forward bearing surface and a gas check. The action of the propelling charge gases expanding in the grooves and contracting to pass the raised portions tends to slow the gases and prevent their passing the bourrelet. The nose is machined and threaded to receive an adapter. The adapter is threaded and acts as a bushing for bakelite fuse well cup and the fuse. The bakelite fuse well cup is fitted to the adapter before it is assembled to the shell body and prevents the entrance of foreign material into the fuse cavity prior to the assembly of the fuse to the round. The fuse used is the Point-detonating Fuse M45. This fuse has a selective element and can be set for either super quick or delay action. (For details, see pages 295 to 298.) To the rear of the bourrelet is a curved taper reducing the base of the shell to approximately 1 1\/Z inches. The base is closed and machined so as to receive a stabilizer assembly. The shell filler is 1.22 pounds of TNT. The total weight of completely assembled round is 7.05 pounds. Entire length of the fused shell is 13 1\/4 inches.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFin assembly. The fin assembly consists of a machined cartridge container to which are attached six stationary fins. One end is closed and threaded so as to be screwed on to the body of the shell. The other end is machined and hollow inside so as to receive the ignition cartridge. Several holes leading from the interior to the exterior periphery of the cartridge container serve to conduct the flames from the ignition cartridge to the propellant increments which are seated in the fins.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe propellant increments are in the form of small half-round celluloid increments. These increments are often referred to as \"chocolate drops\" due to their similar shape. 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Zone seven consists of the ignition cartridge and six increments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eZone one has a range of approximately 100 yards.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eZone seven has a range of approximately 3,300 yards.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31691939086405,"sku":"ONSV6639","price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/ONSV6639__02.jpg?v=1593908390"},{"product_id":"original-u-s-wwii-type-subcaliber-22cal-mortar-trainer-device-3-f-8-for-60mm-81mm-and-4-2-inch-mortars-1","title":"Original U.S. WWII type Subcaliber .22cal Mortar Trainer Device 3-F-8 for 60mm, 81mm and 4.2 Inch Mortars","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; height: 360px;\" src=\"\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2-W2-wYvmEo\" allowfullscreen=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"358\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. Fine nearly unissued 1953 U.S. Sub-caliber mortar trainer Device 3-F-8 for 60mm, 81mm and 4.2 Inch mortars. In very good condition, we believe all parts function. We had a nearly identical set previously, which we test fired in the video above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncluded in the kit are the following original parts:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Subcaliber barrel.\u003cbr\u003e- 22 Reusable Steel Projectiles (3 spare) with some spart parts.\u003cbr\u003e- 2 boxes of .22 bank launching cartridges. (we cannot guarantee functionality)\u003cbr\u003e- Adapters for 60mm ,81mm, 4.2 Inch with tools.\u003cbr\u003e- Original wood transit chest and data plate bearing serial number 435. Measures 31\" x 10\" x 4.\u003cbr\u003e- Rare original manual.\u003cbr\u003e- Cleaning kit with bore brush, cleaning rod, etc...\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll you do is Install the kit in your mortar place a blank in the base of the projectile drop it down the sub caliber tube and POP off it goes like the real thing!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete kit, offered in excellent condition, these do not come around often. Ready to display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOTE: While we cannot guarantee the propellant charges work, they are still considered HAZ MAT, and this item must be shipped ORM-D via UPS Ground.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31722784784453,"sku":"ON11476","price":2495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/ON11476__01.jpg?v=1595019950"},{"product_id":"original-u-s-wwii-81mm-mortar-with-subcaliber-22cal-trainer-device-3-f-8","title":"Original U.S. WWII 81mm Mortar with Subcaliber .22cal Trainer Device 3-F-8","description":"Watch IMA's Alex evaluate and live fire this mortar training device on History Channel's Pawn Stars!\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/459068926\" style=\"height: 358px;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" mozallowfullscreen=\"\" webkitallowfullscreen=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"358\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Original U.S. WWII M1 81mm Display Mortar with Commando Base Plate complete with Subcaliber .22cal Trainer Device 3-F-8 set!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M1 81mm mortar was the largest weapon in the arsenal of the U.S. WWII infantry battalion. It provided the battalion commander with a powerful and flexible indirect fire capability. Sometimes called \"infantry artillery,\" or \"hip pocket artillery,\" mortars were capable of quickly laying down heavy barrages. These could stop enemy attacks under the worst conditions. Able to fire at high angles, mortars could fire at targets in defilade, either under direction of a forward observer, or firing off map coordinates. In the WW2 Pacific campaigns, these weapons became an important part of the battalion's firepower, especially since they could be man-packed into positions that were inaccessible to artillery.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis offering is all fitted with the far smaller \"Commando\" base plate, which is easily carried on a belt, which drastically improved the portability of the mortar, at the expense of firing stability. Still, for front line highly mobile units, it was highly useful.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe offer genuine M1 81mm non-functional BATF approved display mortars as used by U.S. forces in WWII (however this is likely postwar manufactured).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Lightweight \"Commando\" Base Plate\u003cbr\u003e- Adjustable Bipod\u003cbr\u003e- Demilled Barrel Tube which has been saw cut from the original base cup\u003cbr\u003e- A near perfect reproduction inert base cup welded in place\u003cbr\u003e- 1953 U.S. Sub-caliber mortar trainer Device 3-F-8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition the barrel has been fitted with two cross pins to prevent use. These weapons, are most unusual for the collectors market, and have been stored in European Government Arsenals until their recent release, original data plate long ago removed and optical sight is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1953 U.S. Sub-caliber mortar trainer Device 3-F-8 was designed for 60mm, 81mm and 4.2 Inch mortars. This example is in very good condition, we believe all parts function. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncluded in the kit are the following original parts:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Subcaliber barrel.\u003cbr\u003e- 22 Reusable Steel Projectiles (3 spare) with some parts.\u003cbr\u003e- 2 boxes of .22 bank launching cartridges. (we cannot guarantee functionality)\u003cbr\u003e- Adapters for 60mm ,81mm, 4.2 Inch with tools.\u003cbr\u003e- Original wood transit chest and data plate bearing serial number 435. Measures 31\" x 10\" x 4.\u003cbr\u003e- Rare original manual.\u003cbr\u003e- Cleaning kit with bore brush, cleaning rod, etc...\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll you do is Install the kit in your mortar place a blank in the base of the projectile drop it down the sub caliber tube and POP off it goes like the real thing!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete kit, with mortar offered in great condition, these do not come around often. Ready to display and test fire!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOTE: While we cannot guarantee the propellant charges work, they are still considered HAZ MAT, and this item must be shipped ORM-D via UPS Ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2-W2-wYvmEo\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; height: 360px;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"358\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31850923524165,"sku":"ON11637","price":3995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/ON11637__19.jpg?v=1600453219"},{"product_id":"original-u-s-wwii-60mm-mortar-m83-illuminating-cartridge-ill-dated-1943-inert","title":"Original U.S. WWII 60mm Mortar M83 Illuminating Cartridge (ILL) Dated 1943 - Inert","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. Totally inert and demilitarized according to BATF guidelines with hollow body and inert fuse. This mortar round cannot be converted to an explosive devise and is not available for export.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M83 Illuminating Cartridge (ILL) was a pyrotechnic parachute flare shell used in night missions requiring illumination for assistance in observation. This is a hard to find WWII 1943 Dated example designed for use with the U.S. 60mm M2 Mortar. This example is offered in very good condition, with original markings and date painted on the mortar round body. A great chance to pick up a scarce WWII dated deactivated mortar shell!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39249199398981,"sku":"ON12308","price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/ON12308__03.jpg?v=1614375237"},{"product_id":"original-u-s-wwii-m2-60mm-display-mortar-with-m4-sight-and-accessories-dated-1945","title":"Original U.S. WWII M2 60mm Display Mortar with M4 Sight and Accessories - Dated 1945","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Set Available. Deactivated to BATF specifications is totally inert and incapable of firing a round. This is a genuine United States manufactured WWII M2 mortar tube with 1945 dated bipod and base plate offered in excellent condition. This set features an original tube with reproduction base cup and it comes complete with \"all the trimmings\": \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Original M49A2 60mm Deactivated Mortar Round with original cardboard storage tube.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- Original M4 Sight in leather case.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- Original M1 Gunners Quadrant Clinometer with M18 Gunners Quadrant Carry Case.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- Original muzzle cover and carry sling.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- Original M4 Base Plate Bag in excellent condition.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- Original Shoulder carrying pads.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- Original night vision optics.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- Original range finder stake.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- Original cleaning rod.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur non-firing display Mortar is offered in excellent condition. Unlike previous offerings, this has an original tube, demilitarized to BATF specifications, with a bore-width hole in the side and welded-in cross pins. It also features\u003cspan\u003e an original WWII dated adjustable M5 bipod mount and original base plate. The T\u0026amp;E mechanism works perfectly, the leg angle adjustment works correctly, the data plate is legible, and the original leather transport closure strap is intact. It has many been years since we had such fantastic complete condition and don\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003et expect to see one again anytime soon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA data plate on the bipod reads-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMOUNT, MORTAR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e60MM. M5, NO. 32362\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eORD. DEPT. U.S.A.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSUNDSTRAND M.T. CO.  1945\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINSP. A.C.R.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncluded with the set is an original WWII issue M4 Collimator Sight as depicted in FM 23-90. This sight was also used on the US 81mm mortar. By laying the sight on aiming stakes, the mortar squad could fire indirect missions. The open sight allowed the squad to fire direct lay missions. The sight is in very good  condition with an intact bubble level, and also comes with the original leather carry case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is truly a remarkable set, and would make a great centerpiece to any WWII collection. Ready to display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe U.S. M2 60 mm mortar was developed from the heavier 81 mm M1 Mortar to provide a lighter-weight alternative to company-level fire support. The M2 attempted to bridge the gap between the 81 mm mortar and the hand grenade. Normally employed by the weapons platoon of a U.S. infantry company, the M2 is of the usual mortar pattern of the day. It consists of a smoothbore metal tube on a rectangular baseplate, supported by a simple bipod with the elevation and traverse mechanisms. The firing pin was fixed in the base cap of the tube, and the bomb was fired automatically when it dropped down the barrel. Though classed as a light mortar, the M2 had considerable range compared to the 50 mm and 60 mm mortars of most other nations, and its fixed-firing pin design allowed a high rate of fire by trained crews. The M2 Mortar was used throughout World War II by the U.S. Army and U.S. Marine Corps.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39249233412165,"sku":"ON12309","price":5495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/ON12309__01.jpg?v=1614380843"},{"product_id":"original-u-s-wwii-era-m69-training-practice-cartridge-for-the-m2-60mm-mortar-inert-1","title":"Original U.S. WWII Era M69 Training \/ Practice Cartridge for the M2 60mm Mortar - Inert","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Very Few Available. Totally inert and demilitarized according to BATF guidelines with a solid body and the propellant charge removed. This mortar round cannot be converted to an explosive devise and is not available for export.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are hard to find WWII Era M69 Training \/ Practice Cartridges, as used with the U.S. WWII issue M2 60 Mortar. This mortar also continued to be used during the Korean war, and into the Vietnam era. The training cartridge itself is a shell with a cast iron body, inert filler, and detachable fin assembly used to train recruits in firing. The cast iron body is reusable and the fin assembly can be replaced if damaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur examples are all in very good shape, with a great patina, and an intact fin assemblies, which still unscrew from the body. Some may have faint markings still visible. Each measures approximately 8 inches in length.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great chance to pick up a very nice looking WWII era practice round!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39255091347525,"sku":"ON12348M","price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/ON12348__01.jpg?v=1615006250"},{"product_id":"original-u-s-wwii-m49a2-60mm-high-explosive-deactivated-mortar-round-dated-1941-inert","title":"Original U.S. WWII M49A2 60mm High Explosive Deactivated Mortar Round dated 1941 - Inert","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. Totally inert and demilitarized according to BATF guidelines with hollow body and inert fuse. This mortar round cannot be converted to an explosive devise and is not available for export.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a hard to find WWII 1941-Dated M49A2 Deactivated Mortar Round, for the U.S. 60mm M2 Mortar. The M49A2 was a High explosive (HE) round, equipped with the point Detonating \u003cstrong\u003eFUZE P.D. M52\u003c\/strong\u003e. It was an explosive shell used against infantry and other light area targets. It has a minimum range of 200 yards when fired without a boosting charge at a 70° angle and a maximum range of 2017 yards when fired with four boosting charges at a 45° angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example is in very good condition, with original arsenal markings stamped into the mortar round body: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLOT 6206 10 1941. B.W. 60MM. M49A2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exterior still has the original early war yellow paint, the standard color for \"high explosive\" ordnance, and is not painted on the central bands. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fuze, which still has the aluminum arming cotter pin intact, screws off for inspecting the internal structure. The spring loaded top button still depresses, and it retains all of the original arsenal markings, indicating production by \u003cstrong\u003eS.M.Co.\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003e10-40\u003c\/strong\u003e. The base screws off as well, and still has the deactivated propulsion charge in the bottom, dated \u003cstrong\u003e1942\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great chance to pick up a scarce WWII dated deactivated mortar round!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39271391690821,"sku":"ON12357","price":495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/ON12357__05.jpg?v=1616211462"},{"product_id":"original-u-s-vietnam-war-60mm-he-m49a3-mortar-round-dated-1973","title":"Original U.S. Vietnam War 60mm HE M49A3 Mortar Round - Dated 1973","description":"Original Item: Only One Available. Totally inert and demilitarized according to BATF guidelines with hollow body and inert fuse. This mortar round cannot be converted to an explosive devise and is not available for export.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a hard to find WWII 1973-Dated M49A3 Deactivated Mortar Round, for the U.S. 60mm M2 Mortar. This cartridge is fired in 60mm mortars M2 or M19 for use against personnel and materiel, providing both fragmentation and blast effect.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe complete round consists of a projectile body a point detonating fuze (staked), a fin assembly, four increments of propellant charge, an ignition cartridge, and a percussion primer. The projectile body is of pearlitic malleable iron (PMI), and is threaded internally at the nose to accept the fuze and at the base to accept the fin assembly. The body is filled with Composition B high explosive.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe projectile body of the M49A2 is of forged steel and is filled with flaked TNT. This example is in very good condition, with original arsenal markings stamped into the mortar round  body.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe OD Green paint is retained very well. Both the fuze and base screw off for inspecting the internal structure. This is a great chance to pick up a scarce Vietnam War dated deactivated mortar round!","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39316845854789,"sku":"ON12369","price":325.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/ON12369__01.jpg?v=1619127897"},{"product_id":"original-u-s-vietnam-war-deactivated-60mm-he-m49a3-mortar-round-dated-1973","title":"Original U.S. Vietnam War Deactivated 60mm HE M49A3 Mortar Round - Dated 1973","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. Totally inert and demilitarized according to BATF guidelines with hollow body and inert fuse. This mortar round cannot be converted to an explosive devise and is not available for export.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a hard to find WWII 1973-Dated M49A3 Deactivated Mortar Round, for the U.S. 60mm M2 Mortar. This cartridge is fired in 60mm mortars M2 or M19 for use against personnel and materiel, providing both fragmentation and blast effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe complete round consists of a projectile body a point detonating fuze (staked), a fin assembly, four increments of propellant charge, an ignition cartridge, and a percussion primer. The projectile body is of pearlitic malleable iron (PMI), and is threaded internally at the nose to accept the fuze and at the base to accept the fin assembly. The body is filled with Composition B high explosive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe projectile body of the M49A3 is of forged steel and is filled with flaked TNT. This example is in very good condition, with original arsenal markings stamped into the mortar round  body:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAIM - 16 - 5 - 73 60MM - M49A3\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe OD Green paint is retained very well. Both the fuze and base screw off for inspecting the internal structure. The fuze also has the correct \u003cstrong\u003eFUZE, PD, M525\u003c\/strong\u003e marking on the side, as well as a \u003cstrong\u003e7-73\u003c\/strong\u003e date. Even the fin assembly has a \u003cstrong\u003e73\u003c\/strong\u003e date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a great chance to pick up a scarce Vietnam War dated deactivated mortar round!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39367946698821,"sku":"ON12489","price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/ON12489__01.jpg?v=1622152694"},{"product_id":"original-u-s-wwii-m49a2-60mm-deactivated-mortar-round-dated-1943-with-bakelite-fuse-inert","title":"Original U.S. WWII M49A2 60mm Deactivated Mortar Round dated 1943 with Bakelite Fuse - Inert","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. Totally inert and demilitarized according to BATF guidelines with hollow body and inert fuse. This mortar round cannot be converted to an explosive devise and is not available for export.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a hard to find WWII 1945-Dated M49A2 Deactivated Mortar Round, for the U.S. 60mm M2 Mortar. The M49A2 was a High explosive (HE) round, equipped with a rare bakelite housed point detonating fuse\u003cstrong\u003e PDF M52B1\u003c\/strong\u003e., which is marked with \u003cstrong\u003eLOT WC-3-249\u003c\/strong\u003e and dated \u003cstrong\u003e6 - 43\u003c\/strong\u003e. It was an explosive shell used against infantry and other light area targets. It has a minimum range of 200 yards when fired without a boosting charge at a 70° angle and a maximum range of 2017 yards when fired with four boosting charges at a 45° angle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example is in very good condition, with original arsenal markings stamped into the mortar round body: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLOT - M.M.C  79   1943   60MM.M49A2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe OD Green paint is retained very well, with some yellow arsenal filling marks on the outside. The rare bakelite fuse, which still has a functional aluminum detonation button, screws off for inspecting the internal structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great chance to pick up a scarce WWII dated deactivated mortar round!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39411784712261,"sku":"ONSV21WS208","price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/ONSV21WS208__01.jpg?v=1625168228"},{"product_id":"original-u-s-wwii-deactivated-81mm-m43-mortar-round-inert","title":"Original U.S. WWII Deactivated 81mm M43 Mortar Shell Round - Inert","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. Totally inert and demilitarized according to BATF guidelines with hollow body and inert fuse. This mortar round cannot be converted to an explosive devise and is not available for export.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a totally genuine United States military WWII or just post war produced SHELL, M43 with the bottom portion of the point detonation fuse. All of the internal springs and other items have been removed from the fuze and the shell, and now you can look right through it. The fuse base unscrews to allow the explosive chamber to be inspected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is marked on the side with \u003cstrong\u003eVFCO 81 MM MORTAR SHELL\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the fuse is marked \u003cstrong\u003eLMC\u003c\/strong\u003e. This looks to have been stripped and possibly plated for a display post war.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for any display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SHELL, H.E., M43 was originally adapted as the light shell for the 81-mm mortar. It is designed for use against light targets such as machine gun nests, barbed wire entanglements and personnel in the open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShell body. The body of this shell is constructed of forged steel. It is tear-dropped in shape; that is, blunt nose and tapered tail. It has a bourrelet machined near the nose of the shell consisting of several annular grooves which serves to act as a forward bearing surface and a gas check. The action of the propelling charge gases expanding in the grooves and contracting to pass the raised portions tends to slow the gases and prevent their passing the bourrelet. The nose is machined and threaded to receive an adapter. The adapter is threaded and acts as a bushing for bakelite fuse well cup and the fuse. The bakelite fuse well cup is fitted to the adapter before it is assembled to the shell body and prevents the entrance of foreign material into the fuse cavity prior to the assembly of the fuse to the round. The fuse used is the Point-detonating Fuse M45. This fuse has a selective element and can be set for either super quick or delay action. (For details, see pages 295 to 298.) To the rear of the bourrelet is a curved taper reducing the base of the shell to approximately 1 1\/Z inches. The base is closed and machined so as to receive a stabilizer assembly. The shell filler is 1.22 pounds of TNT. The total weight of completely assembled round is 7.05 pounds. Entire length of the fused shell is 13 1\/4 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFin assembly. The fin assembly consists of a machined cartridge container to which are attached six stationary fins. One end is closed and threaded so as to be screwed on to the body of the shell. The other end is machined and hollow inside so as to receive the ignition cartridge. Several holes leading from the interior to the exterior periphery of the cartridge container serve to conduct the flames from the ignition cartridge to the propellant increments which are seated in the fins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe propellant increments are in the form of small half-round celluloid increments. These increments are often referred to as \"chocolate drops\" due to their similar shape. Each of these increments contains 100 grains of finely granulated double base powder.  Note, in the figure below, the “chocolate drops” are labeled as M45.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA total of one ignition cartridge and a set of increments comprise the full propelling charge (720 grains of ballistite). 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This is a genuine United States manufactured WWII \u003cstrong\u003e1943\u003c\/strong\u003e dated M2 mortar tube with \u003cstrong\u003e1945\u003c\/strong\u003e dated bipod and base plate offered in excellent condition. The mortar come with the following great accessories:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Original \u003cstrong\u003eM49A2\u003c\/strong\u003e 60mm Deactivated Mortar Round with bakelite fuze housing, dated \u003cstrong\u003e1942\u003c\/strong\u003e on the side where it is marked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Original M4 Sight in leather case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Original muzzle cover and carry sling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur non-firing display Mortar is offered in excellent condition. Unlike previous offerings, this has an original tube, demilitarized to BATF specifications, with a bore-width hole in the side and welded-in cross pin. It also features\u003cspan\u003e an original WWII dated adjustable M5 bipod mount and original base plate. 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This way the same data plate could be used regardless of the year. Included with the set is an original WWII issue M4 Collimator Sight as depicted in FM 23-90. This sight was also used on the US 81mm mortar. By laying the sight on aiming stakes, the mortar squad could fire indirect missions. The open sight allowed the squad to fire direct lay missions. The sight is in very good  condition with an intact bubble level, and also comes with the original leather carry case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is truly a remarkable set, and would make a great centerpiece to any WWII collection. Ready to display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe U.S. M2 60 mm mortar was developed from the heavier 81 mm M1 Mortar to provide a lighter-weight alternative to company-level fire support. The M2 attempted to bridge the gap between the 81 mm mortar and the hand grenade. 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It still has the spring in the tip, and many internal components. The fuse base unscrews to allow the explosive chamber to be inspected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shell body itself is marked on the side with \u003cstrong\u003e1941 81MM. M43. A1\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the fuse is unmarked. The body still has much of the original yellow paint, which designates it as a HE or high explosive shell. There is a bit of rust and corrosion on the shell, giving it a lovely aged patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for any WWII ordnance display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SHELL, H.E., M43 was originally adapted as the light shell for the 81-mm mortar. It is designed for use against light targets such as machine gun nests, barbed wire entanglements and personnel in the open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShell body. The body of this shell is constructed of forged steel. It is tear-dropped in shape; that is, blunt nose and tapered tail. It has a bourrelet machined near the nose of the shell consisting of several annular grooves which serves to act as a forward bearing surface and a gas check. The action of the propelling charge gases expanding in the grooves and contracting to pass the raised portions tends to slow the gases and prevent their passing the bourrelet. The nose is machined and threaded to receive an adapter. The adapter is threaded and acts as a bushing for bakelite fuse well cup and the fuse. The bakelite fuse well cup is fitted to the adapter before it is assembled to the shell body and prevents the entrance of foreign material into the fuse cavity prior to the assembly of the fuse to the round. The fuse used is the Point-detonating Fuse M45. This fuse has a selective element and can be set for either super quick or delay action. (For details, see pages 295 to 298.) To the rear of the bourrelet is a curved taper reducing the base of the shell to approximately 1 1\/Z inches. The base is closed and machined so as to receive a stabilizer assembly. The shell filler is 1.22 pounds of TNT. The total weight of completely assembled round is 7.05 pounds. Entire length of the fused shell is 13 1\/4 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFin assembly. The fin assembly consists of a machined cartridge container to which are attached six stationary fins. One end is closed and threaded so as to be screwed on to the body of the shell. The other end is machined and hollow inside so as to receive the ignition cartridge. Several holes leading from the interior to the exterior periphery of the cartridge container serve to conduct the flames from the ignition cartridge to the propellant increments which are seated in the fins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe propellant increments are in the form of small half-round celluloid increments. These increments are often referred to as \"chocolate drops\" due to their similar shape. 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Totally inert and demilitarized according to BATF guidelines with hollow body and inert fuse. This mortar round cannot be converted to an explosive devise and is not available for export.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a hard to find WWII 1973-Dated M49A3 Deactivated Mortar Round, for the U.S. 60mm M2 Mortar. This cartridge is fired in 60mm mortars M2 or M19 for use against personnel and materiel, providing both fragmentation and blast effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe complete round consists of a projectile body a point detonating fuze (staked), a fin assembly, four increments of propellant charge, an ignition cartridge, and a percussion primer. The projectile body is of pearlitic malleable iron (PMI), and is threaded internally at the nose to accept the fuze and at the base to accept the fin assembly. The body is filled with Composition B high explosive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe projectile body of the M49A3 is of forged steel and is filled with flaked TNT. 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This mortar round cannot be converted to an explosive devise and is not available for export.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a hard to find WWII 1953-Dated M301A1 Deactivated Illuminating Mortar Round, for the U.S. 81mm M29 Mortar. This projectile is used for illuminating a desired point or area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe complete round consists of a body tube and tail cone assembly, an illuminant candle, and parachute assembly. The top is fitted with an adjustable time fuze with a built in expelling charge, while the bottom is fitted with a fin assembly with propellant charge, and an ignition cartridge with percussion primer. The sides of the fin assembly have exhaust holes, which can be blocked with clamps to increase the amount of propulsion for a higher arc. The illuminant assembly consists of a first fire charge and an illuminant charge, and is contained in a box board case and attached to the parachute with a 30-inch suspension line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are still original arsenal markings stamped into the mortar round at the bottom of the body where it narrows before the fins:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNAE1 - 53 1953  81MM M301A1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fuze also has the correct \u003cstrong\u003eFUZE TIME M84\u003c\/strong\u003e marking on the side, as well as a \u003cstrong\u003e3-54\u003c\/strong\u003e date after the lot number. Collar adjusts from 0 to 25 seconds delay. 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This is a genuine United States manufactured WWII M2 mortar tube with\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e bipod and base plate offered in excellent condition. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur non-firing display Mortar is offered in excellent condition. Unlike previous offerings, this has an original tube, demilitarized to BATF specifications, with a bore-width hole in the side and welded-in cross pin. It also features\u003cspan\u003e an original adjustable M5 bipod mount and original base plate. The T\u0026amp;E mechanism works perfectly, the leg angle adjustment works correctly. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncluded \u003c\/span\u003ewith the set is an original WWII issue M4 Collimator Sight as depicted in FM 23-90. This sight was also used on the US 81mm mortar. By laying the sight on aiming stakes, the mortar squad could fire indirect missions. The open sight allowed the squad to fire direct lay missions. 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Though classed as a light mortar, the M2 had considerable range compared to the 50 mm and 60 mm mortars of most other nations, and its fixed-firing pin design allowed a high rate of fire by trained crews. The M2 Mortar was used throughout World War II by the U.S. Army and U.S. Marine Corps.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39447410081861,"sku":"ON12479","price":4495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/ON12479__09.jpg?v=1627826071"},{"product_id":"original-u-s-wwii-deactivated-81mm-m56-he-mortar-shell-round-inert","title":"Original U.S. WWII Deactivated 81mm M56 HE Mortar Shell Round - Inert","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. Totally inert and demilitarized according to BATF guidelines with hollow body and inert fuse. This mortar round cannot be converted to an explosive devise and is not available for export.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a totally genuine United States military WWII produced SHELL, M56, with the correct aluminum base fins and propellant charge. The other grenade still has the original cap used to protect the fuse cavity before it would be armed. the round still has a lot of the original OD green paint on the exterior, though unfortunately the stamped paint markings on the body have completely worn away. We were able to identify it using a list of WWII 81mm Mortar projectiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M56 was the heaviest of the US military 81mm types used during WWII, with an overall weight of 16 lbs with a maximum range of 1,300 yards. The round was effective against both personnel and materiel in the field. It is used against dugouts, barricades, and underground structures where a mining action is desired. This shell is a much more effective one than the M45 due to the fact that it contains approximately 40 percent explosive filler as compared to 30 percent explosive filler of the M45. 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This mortar round cannot be converted to an explosive devise and is not available for export.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M83 Illuminating Cartridge (ILL) was a pyrotechnic parachute flare shell used in night missions requiring illumination for assistance in observation. This is a nice Vietnam War 1967 dated example designed for use with the U.S. 60mm M2 Mortar. It features the correct \u003cstrong\u003eFUZE TIME M65A1\u003c\/strong\u003e dated \u003cstrong\u003e7-67\u003c\/strong\u003e, and M2 propellant charge, marked \u003cstrong\u003eWMZ - 2 - 14 - 67 - 60MM M2\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example is offered in very good condition, with original markings stamped into the body, and looks to have been repainted white for display. 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This is a pair of hard to find WWII M49A2 Deactivated Mortar Rounds for the U.S. 60mm M2 Mortar, which have been turned into a great pair of bookends! One is marked and dated 1945 on the body, while the other is unmarked. Both have non-magnetic fuzes marked\u003cstrong\u003e ILCO\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the main bodies look to have been chrome plated. These match well with the heavy plated steel bottom pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dated round has the standard lot number and type markings stamped into the body:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBIRD - 3    - 45 - 60MM - M49A2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fuzes on both still have their original arming clip pins, and unscrew from the main body of the rounds. They also can be disassembled, taking off the top \"plunger\" portion. One round still has the internal spring for the top, while the other one has lost the spring as well as the small cotter pin that keeps it from falling out, easily replaced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bases are detachable, and thread into the bottoms of the rounds. The bottom of one base is covered with red felt, while the other has clear rubber feet, two of which are missing, so it currently sits at an angle. Replacing these with felt or other feet would be an easy fix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great opportunity for a lovely set of Mortar round Bookends. Ready to display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M49A2 was a High explosive (HE) round, equipped with various point detonation fuzes. It was an explosive shell used against infantry and other light area targets. 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When the requirements of this system were changed to a new air-to-ground role for fixed and rotary wing aircraft, new fuzing and warhead performance characteristics, as well as a modified motor for low speed aircraft became necessary. The HYDRA 70 family of rockets was designed to fill this role. The Hydra 70 rocket system is used by US Army Special Operations Forces, the US Marine Corps, the US Navy, and the US Air Force. The Hydra-70 rocket is fired from all armed Army Helicopters and the armed helicopters of most sister services. The rocket is also fired from many U.S. fixed wing platforms and is a major export munition to many allied nations. The Army's Hydra-70 PM at Rock Island, IL is assigned as the single item manager responsible for meeting the rocket needs of all users.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLiterally millions of these munitions were fired in Vietnam. Helicopters armed with HYDRA-70 rockets were also deployed in Operation Just Cause as well as Desert Storm. The APACHE helicopters that opened the air campaign by destroying two radar sites inside Iraq with HELLFIRE missiles also used HYDRA-70 rockets which hit and scattered thousands of razor-sharp flechettes across the sites. The 2.75-inch munitions also proved useful during the ground phase of the Gulf War. Members of the 2d Battalion, 229th Attack Helicopter Regiment from Fort Rucker, Alabama, used primarily 30-mm chain guns and 2.75-inch rockets against the fortified positions and large bunker complexes they encountered during the second day of the ground offensive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe war reserve unitary and cargo warheads are used for anti-materiel, anti-personnel, and suppression missions. The Hydra 70 family of Folding-Fin Aerial Rockets (FFAR) also includes smoke screening, illumination, and training warheads. These rockets are used by rotary, wing, fixed and ground platforms. The most widely used application is on helicopters for air-to-ground engagements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCurrently, In the US Army, Hydra 70 rockets are fired from the AH-64A Apache\/AH-64D Apache Longbow using M261 19-tube rocket launchers, and the OH-58D Kiowa Warrior and the AH-1F \"modernized\" Cobra using seven-tube M260 rocket launchers. The AH-1G Cobra and the UH-1B \"Huey\" used M200 19-tube rocket launchers. The Navy uses the 19 round LAU-61C\/A and the seven round LAU-68 D\/A rocket launchers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39559935721541,"sku":"ONSV21MAX183","price":1195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/ONSV21MAX183__01.jpg?v=1633135350"},{"product_id":"original-u-s-vietnam-war-2-75-hydra-70-aerial-practice-rocket-with-mk-66-motor-inert","title":"Original U.S. Vietnam War 2.75” Hydra 70 Aerial Practice Rocket with Mk 66 Motor - Inert","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. Original Vietnam Era Hydra 70 Rocket with Warhead. Rocket and engine have been demilitarized for training purposes, and have been painted blue, and clearly stenciled \u003cstrong\u003eINERT\u003c\/strong\u003e by the United States Military. These were fired from rocket pods attached to Huey UH-1B, and AH-1 Cobra Gunships during the Vietnam War in a surface-to-ground role. This particular Rocket is composed of an M-423 Fuze Assembly, a 2.75” High-Explosive FFAR warhead, and a Mark 66 Rocket Motor Assembly. Fuse is marked:  The MK66 Motor Assembly is still equipped with it’s original spring loaded stabilization fins. Weighs about 20 lbs and measures 48\" in overall length with a 2.75\" diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2\".75 PRAC INERT PLASTER 1.4 LBS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALN RHRB-169-McA-64\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWARHEAD MK 1 MOU 1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFSN 1340-038-8169-11835\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBUORD DWG NO 660887-E\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMFG TP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an impressive piece of Vietnam Aviation Ordnance, which would be ideal as a centerpiece of a Vietnam Era aviation display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory of the Hydra-70 Rocket\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe HYDRA 70 (70mm) Rocket System is a family of 2.75\" unguided rockets.The 2.75 inch Folding-Fin Aerial Rocket (FFAR) was originally developed by the US Navy for use as a free-flight aerial rocket in the late 1940s. Used during both the Korean and Vietnam wars, their role has expanded to include air-to-ground, ground-to-air, and ground-to-ground. The 2.75 inch rocket system has a rich history of providing close air support to ground forces from about 20 different firing platforms, both fixed-wing and armed helicopters, by all US armed services. When the requirements of this system were changed to a new air-to-ground role for fixed and rotary wing aircraft, new fuzing and warhead performance characteristics, as well as a modified motor for low speed aircraft became necessary. The HYDRA 70 family of rockets was designed to fill this role. The Hydra 70 rocket system is used by US Army Special Operations Forces, the US Marine Corps, the US Navy, and the US Air Force. The Hydra-70 rocket is fired from all armed Army Helicopters and the armed helicopters of most sister services. The rocket is also fired from many U.S. fixed wing platforms and is a major export munition to many allied nations. The Army's Hydra-70 PM at Rock Island, IL is assigned as the single item manager responsible for meeting the rocket needs of all users.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLiterally millions of these munitions were fired in Vietnam. Helicopters armed with HYDRA-70 rockets were also deployed in Operation Just Cause as well as Desert Storm. The APACHE helicopters that opened the air campaign by destroying two radar sites inside Iraq with HELLFIRE missiles also used HYDRA-70 rockets which hit and scattered thousands of razor-sharp flechettes across the sites. The 2.75-inch munitions also proved useful during the ground phase of the Gulf War. Members of the 2d Battalion, 229th Attack Helicopter Regiment from Fort Rucker, Alabama, used primarily 30-mm chain guns and 2.75-inch rockets against the fortified positions and large bunker complexes they encountered during the second day of the ground offensive.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe war reserve unitary and cargo warheads are used for anti-materiel, anti-personnel, and suppression missions. The Hydra 70 family of Folding-Fin Aerial Rockets (FFAR) also includes smoke screening, illumination, and training warheads. These rockets are used by rotary, wing, fixed and ground platforms. The most widely used application is on helicopters for air-to-ground engagements.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCurrently, In the US Army, Hydra 70 rockets are fired from the AH-64A Apache\/AH-64D Apache Longbow using M261 19-tube rocket launchers, and the OH-58D Kiowa Warrior and the AH-1F \"modernized\" Cobra using seven-tube M260 rocket launchers. The AH-1G Cobra and the UH-1B \"Huey\" used M200 19-tube rocket launchers. The Navy uses the 19 round LAU-61C\/A and the seven round LAU-68 D\/A rocket launchers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39595506860101,"sku":"ONJR21023","price":1195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/ONJR21023__17.jpg?v=1635543774"},{"product_id":"original-u-s-vietnam-war-lau-3-rocket-launcher-inert","title":"Original U.S. Vietnam War LAU-3 Rocket Launcher - Inert","description":"Original Item: Only One Available. Well, you won't see one of these again anytime soon! The United States was the primary user of this type of weapon and developed a number of different launching pods for it. LAU-3 pods were constructed of aluminum-reinforced cardboard and were intended to be disposed of either on the ground after a mission or by dropping them in-flight. With the advent of the armed helicopter, and the increased usage during the Vietnam War, the need for launching pods that were reusable became apparent, so that later models were of all-metal construction. Though the rocket was initially developed by the US Navy, the US Air Force and later US Army were most responsible for the development of rocket pods for all services. You can see on at the \u003cstrong\u003eNational Air Force Museum\u003c\/strong\u003e at this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalmuseum.af.mil\/Visit\/Museum-Exhibits\/Fact-Sheets\/Display\/Article\/196036\/lau-3-rocket-launcher\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003elink\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe LAU-3 could fire its 2.75-inch rockets individually, rapidly in sequence or all at once. These rockets carried either high explosive (HE), high explosive anti-tank (HEAT) or white phosphorus (WP) warheads. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a very rare example of a disposable rocket launching tube offered in very good condition. Please note that one aluminum end ring is cracked. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt measures 50” long with a diameter of 15.5”.","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39595521081413,"sku":"ONJR21025","price":3495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/ONJR21025__2B.jpg?v=1635590425"},{"product_id":"original-u-s-wwii-type-deactivated-81mm-m43-mortar-shell-round-inert","title":"Original U.S. WWII Type Deactivated 81mm M43 Mortar Shell Round - Inert","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. Totally inert and demilitarized according to BATF guidelines with hollow body and solid inert dummy fuse. This mortar round cannot be converted to an explosive devise and is not available for export.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a totally genuine United States military WWII or just post war produced SHELL, M43, possibly produced as an inert practice round, or a sample. It has the bolster for the fuse, with a solid dummy fuse installed. This can be removed, showing the solid bottom of the bolster. It looks to have had the original paint stripped and was repainted. There is storage waxed paper wrapped around the obturating ring, which has become stuck to it. We have left it in placed to preserve the history of the item. Measures 13 1\/4\" long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for any display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SHELL, H.E., M43 was originally adapted as the light shell for the 81-mm mortar. It is designed for use against light targets such as machine gun nests, barbed wire entanglements and personnel in the open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShell body. The body of this shell is constructed of forged steel. It is tear-dropped in shape; that is, blunt nose and tapered tail. It has a bourrelet machined near the nose of the shell consisting of several annular grooves which serves to act as a forward bearing surface and a gas check. The action of the propelling charge gases expanding in the grooves and contracting to pass the raised portions tends to slow the gases and prevent their passing the bourrelet. The nose is machined and threaded to receive an adapter. The adapter is threaded and acts as a bushing for bakelite fuse well cup and the fuse. The bakelite fuse well cup is fitted to the adapter before it is assembled to the shell body and prevents the entrance of foreign material into the fuse cavity prior to the assembly of the fuse to the round. The fuse used is the Point-detonating Fuse M45. This fuse has a selective element and can be set for either super quick or delay action. (For details, see pages 295 to 298.) To the rear of the bourrelet is a curved taper reducing the base of the shell to approximately 1 1\/Z inches. The base is closed and machined so as to receive a stabilizer assembly. The shell filler is 1.22 pounds of TNT. The total weight of completely assembled round is 7.05 pounds. Entire length of the fused shell is 13 1\/4 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFin assembly. The fin assembly consists of a machined cartridge container to which are attached six stationary fins. One end is closed and threaded so as to be screwed on to the body of the shell. The other end is machined and hollow inside so as to receive the ignition cartridge. Several holes leading from the interior to the exterior periphery of the cartridge container serve to conduct the flames from the ignition cartridge to the propellant increments which are seated in the fins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe propellant increments are in the form of small half-round celluloid increments. These increments are often referred to as \"chocolate drops\" due to their similar shape. Each of these increments contains 100 grains of finely granulated double base powder.  Note, in the figure below, the “chocolate drops” are labeled as M45.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA total of one ignition cartridge and a set of increments comprise the full propelling charge (720 grains of ballistite). The increments are held in the stabilizer assembly by small flanges on the fins and may be removed to adjust the propelling charge.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39603871612997,"sku":"ONSV21NOS35","price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/ONSV21NOS35__01.jpg?v=1636048039"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/collections\/XL8101W__1.jpg?v=1563400688","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/collections\/81mm-mortar\/u-s-grenades.oembed","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}