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Another German WW1 fuze

Panzerknacker

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I got these from the car boot when i was about 15 (ages ago) i remember i payed 1.50 each for 3, i know there from shells and some of the markings, but would like to know more about them what are they off and for ? this one is German markings are Gr Z 04 Sp14 this has gone with a bang as the back has split, any help is welcome even pictures, thanks
 

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Fuze

thats a german Granat znder Gr Z 04 as per your discribtion

That type of fuze was used on 100 mm 130 mm 150mm and 150mm long shells

your fuze looks like to be made of zinc but i am not sure !!

Regards David
 
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