Original Rare WWI U.S. Mark I “Pineapple” Hand Grenade with Fuze Sharps Rifle In 1978 a double-Y chinstrap

In 1978 a double-Y chinstrap with two snap fasteners was incorporated to reduce failures

We have seen at least 4 different ways that they marked the name of the firm on the blade ricasso

Members of the 24th Infantry Division also won 15 Distinguished Service Crosses

Reaching the Rhine 9 March

This is a very good example of the Imperial German / Prussian Iron Cross second class

Original Rare WWI U.S. Mark I “Pineapple” Hand Grenade with Fuze Sharps Rifle In 1978 a double-Y chinstrapOriginal Item: Only One Available. One of the hardest WWI U. S. Grenades to find is an original WWI Mark I Grenade, the forerunner to the Mark II Cutback Grenades, and the well known MKII Grenades as used during WWII. The MKI we are offering is the first we have ever had! It is in good original condition, complete with the original fuze, safety switch, and safety pin and ring. The only detraction is that the original safety cap is missing. The grenade