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French fuze Model 1932G

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Nabob

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I have a question regarding the operation of this fuze.
I understand that the internal coil spring is a pull spring that holds the primer down. Upon impact this springs tension is overcome by the inertia force and the primer hits the needle in the top of the fuze. But I can't see how is the spring secured in the bottom part (red arrow). The top part seems to be fastened to a nut. (green arrow). And I am puzzled how such assembly was fitted together.

Any insight is welcome.
Thanks Bob
 

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If I understand your question right, the spring acts like a threaded bolt. Both parts connected through the spring are threaded and screwed together with the help of the spring. Many other french fuzes use the same system for example the well known Mle. 1899.
 
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That makes sense!
It was not obvious from the drawing and I completely missed that part on the 99.
I have to get some french fuzes to study :)
Now it is clear, You made my day Alpini, thank You.
Bob
 
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