Original German WWII 1942 Dated Model 39 Egg Hand Grenade with Original Fuze & Wings - Inert Eierhandgranate German Gun Magazines soldered hinge

soldered hinge

though there is a hairline crack between the pommel and the inlaid emblem

with the text Our motto is: Safety and Politeness / Notre devise est: Sécurité et Politesse / Unser Grundsatz ist: Sicher und hoflich / Unser Grundsatz ist: Sicher und höflich

This example appears to be the “Type I” that was modified into a “Type II” by having the shoulder straps and waist adjustment straps removed

but definitely suffered damage from use

Original German WWII 1942 Dated Model 39 Egg Hand Grenade with Original Fuze & Wings - Inert Eierhandgranate German Gun Magazines soldered hingeOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of the extremely rare M1939, M39 or Eierhandgranate (egg hand grenade), offered in very good condition. The grenade has been deactivated according to specifications provided by the BATF. It is totally inert, and cannot be converted to an explosive device. Not Available For Export. This example is in great, non excavated condition, with nearly all paint retained on the body. The grenade