WW1 US made Russian 76.2mm

[Vasco Da Gama]

Thought to post a couple of pictures of a Russian 76.2 x 385mm round made by the Austin Cartridge Company, Cleveland, Ohio (A.C.Co) in 1916/17. I have not often come across the cartridge case and projectile made by the same US company. I am not sure about the Scovill No85 (1917) fuze fitted to the shrapnel projectile, 225mm long. It threads well, but just does not quite fit the fuze pocket, I wonder if a Russian fuze was intended for this projectile. Potentially some original paint left, a dull grey? Would appreciate any information on Russian WW1 projectile colours.

 

[M8owner]

This thread shows the proper fuse for it, and dull grey makes that original paint - almost never seen before.

http://www.bocn.co.uk/vbforum/threads/95653-Unknown-US-manufactured-for-Russia?highlight=russian

 

[Vasco Da Gama]

Many thanks for the link, the fuze depicted would definitely do the job, very similar to the British No85. I suspect my chance of finding one of those in the UK is very small! The international contribution to BOCN is very much appreciated!