Original Italian WWI B.P.D. Hand Grenade with Fuze Assembly - Inert Japanese Navy The 504th's mission was to

The 504th's mission was to capture two bridges across the Maas-Waal Canal

This is a semi-waterproof material also called "lacquered cloth" and "American cloth"

though the chest pocket "flap" is actually part of the extra shoulder protection on the top of the tunic

The Utility coat was designed to be reversible

measuring 4" x 4" x 9" tall with still 3

Original Italian WWI B.P.D. Hand Grenade with Fuze Assembly - Inert Japanese Navy The 504th's mission was toOriginal Item: Only One Available. Offered in service worn condition with original paint, and even the original fuze assembly. It's very rare to see an Italian BPD grenade in this nice and complete condition. It has been deactivated to be completely inert according to BATF guidelines. Not Available for Export. The Italian WWI BPD Grenade was mostly used on the Austro Italian front during WWI, where most examples have been found. The BPD has a