{"product_id":"original-german-wwii-training-m24-stick-grenade-in-bare-brass-with-m24-stick-by-richard-rinker-dated-1940","title":"Original German WWII Training M24 Stick Grenade in Bare Brass with M24 Stick by Richard Rinker - Dated 1940","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an original German WWII \u003cstrong\u003eM24-style training stick grenade,\u003c\/strong\u003e commonly referred to as a \u003cem\u003eStielhandgranate\u003c\/em\u003e or “potato masher,” assembled with a 1940-dated wooden shaft bearing markings associated with \u003cstrong\u003eRichard Rinker GmbH\u003c\/strong\u003e. German practice grenades of this general type were designated \u003cstrong\u003eÜbungshandgranaten,\u003c\/strong\u003e or exercise hand grenades, and were used for repeated training rather than as live explosive ordnance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnloaded or dummy grenades, artillery shell casings, and similar devices, which are cut or drilled in an BATF-approved manner so that they cannot be used as ammunition components for destructive devices, are not considered NFA weapons. This example is in total compliance and is NOT AVAILABLE FOR EXPORT.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe practice head is entirely devoid of paint, exposing the bare brass construction beneath. We do not know when or why the original finish was removed, and the surface now shows a deep, even patina from age. Several stress cracks are visible in the brass between some of the perforations, and these should be considered when handling the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe practice head remains attached to the wooden shaft, although two of the four screws\/rivets are missing, so the throat fitting wobbles slightly. The head unscrews from the handle for inspection of the interior. The lower cap is entirely missing from this example. We are not sure when or why the red paint was stripped from the head, but there is a deep patina to the bare brass, with some visible stress cracks in spots between the holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shaft is stamped \u003cstrong\u003eЯR 510 1940\u003c\/strong\u003e for 1940 manufacture by subcontractor \u003cstrong\u003eWilhelm von Hagen Metallwarenfabrik, Iserlohn Westfalen\u003c\/strong\u003e. There is some material loss with scuffing and chipping across its length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of the \u003cstrong\u003ebare brass perforated practice head, removable construction, 1940-dated ЯR 510 shaft, identifiable subcontractor code, missing end cap, incomplete throat hardware, and extensive service wear \u003c\/strong\u003emakes this an especially interesting German WWII training grenade. Its worn and mixed condition reflects the utilitarian nature of reusable practice equipment and gives it strong value as a study and display piece.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46025210888261,"sku":"ONAC25SD0307","price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/AC066C27-313C-4B16-BFA3-D530C386496E.jpg?v=1792180484","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-german-wwii-training-m24-stick-grenade-in-bare-brass-with-m24-stick-by-richard-rinker-dated-1940","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}