Description
Authentic French F1 Hand Grenade — MKII Fuze — INERT — “P” in Diamond Maker’s Mark (Pirotechnie Militaire de Bourges)
This is an authentic French F1 high-explosive fragmentation grenade, fitted with an MKII-style fuze and offered as an inert / demilitarized display piece. The body shows the correct segmented profile, casting marks, and period patina consistent with service use.
Notably, the maker’s stamp — a “P” inside a diamond — identifies the manufacturer as Pirotechnie Militaire de Bourges, a recognised French ordnance producer. Such legible contractor marks add provenance and research value.
Condition shows age-appropriate surface oxidation and handling wear; the unit contains no explosive filler and no functional firing components. This example is intended for museum exhibits, educational displays, or militaria collections documenting mid-20th century ordnance.
Keywords: French F1 inert grenade, Pirotechnie Militaire de Bourges, P in diamond mark, MKII fuze, demilitarized ordnance, inert military munition.
