U.S. Vietnam War M79 Single Shot Grenade Launcher Wood “Training” Prop
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Only One Available. This is a wonderful example of a wooden copy of the famed M79 “Thumper” Grenade Launcher. Now we are unsure as to the purpose of this replica, whether it was utilized for training purposes or just a handmade item for use in “War Games”. This example has no moving parts and would make for an excellent static display. It is in good condition with much of the original paint and finish present.
Comes more than ready for further research and display.
The M79 grenade launcher is a single-shot, shoulder-fired, break-action grenade launcher that fires a 40×46mm grenade, which uses what the US Army calls the High-Low Propulsion System to keep recoil forces low, and first appeared during the Vietnam War. Its distinctive report has earned it colorful nicknames, such as "Thumper", "Thump-Gun", "Bloop Tube", "Big Ed", "Elephant Gun", and "Blooper" among American soldiers as well as "Can Cannon" in reference to the grenade size; Australian units referred to it as the "Wombat Gun". The M79 can fire a wide variety of 40 mm rounds, including explosive, anti-personnel, smoke, buckshot, flechette (pointed steel projectiles with a vaned tail for stable flight), and illumination. While largely replaced by the M203, the M79 has remained in service in many units worldwide in niche roles.
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