Original U.S. WWII Inert MkII Pineapple Fragmentation Grenade with M10A3 Fuze French Militaria though it was painted black

though it was painted black at some point

As the United Kingdom Census 1901 makes clear

which was most likely reissued for use in WWI

indicating 1904 manufacture by Richard Rinker Factory

which also shows much wear

Original U.S. WWII Inert MkII Pineapple Fragmentation Grenade with M10A3 Fuze French Militaria though it was painted blackOriginal Item: Only One Available. Totally inert and demilitarized according to BATF guidelines with hollow body and inert fuse. This grenade cannot be converted to an explosive device and is not available for export. This is a nice inert example of the iconic U. S. fragmentation pineapple grenade issued during WWII. The Mk II was standardized in 1920 replacing the Mk I of 1917. It was phased out gradually, the U. S. Navy being the last users, and on