Over the past week I have had a few more arrivals (on my gallery as well). This included a 1916 No5 MK1 found in DelVille woods, Somme during an excavation. This was apparently still in a wooden crate along with five others. The original owner has done an exception job in restoring. The pitting etc I think adds to its prodidence. All parts are original except the pin.
Also another No5/23 MK1 but from Verdun, Somme of an unknown find date. This was in terrible condition when recieved but is going through a restoration at present (before and after shots in single photo). Only body and base plate are original and sourcing more parts as we speak.
Lastly was a British L111 Practice Grenade. Comes with a fuze that, once the grenade is airborne, emits a loud bang or alot of smoke. Nice to have in the collection. I also have a 'Mint' condition one but this is currently 'lost' in the post!!!!
Also another No5/23 MK1 but from Verdun, Somme of an unknown find date. This was in terrible condition when recieved but is going through a restoration at present (before and after shots in single photo). Only body and base plate are original and sourcing more parts as we speak.
Lastly was a British L111 Practice Grenade. Comes with a fuze that, once the grenade is airborne, emits a loud bang or alot of smoke. Nice to have in the collection. I also have a 'Mint' condition one but this is currently 'lost' in the post!!!!