Original Imperial German WWI M1917 Stick Grenade dated 1917 - Stielhandgranate M17 Russian Artwork & Posters Klasse 1939) with an original

Klasse 1939) with an original rayon red

possibly something unique to the 28th Division

The cap has the correct matching Goldgelb (Golden Yellow) piping along the top edge and flanking either side of the band

which represents Otto Schickle of Pforzheim

The reverse ricasso is maker marked:

Original Imperial German WWI M1917 Stick Grenade dated 1917 - Stielhandgranate M17 Russian Artwork & Posters Klasse 1939) with an originalOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an excellent example of a BATF approved inert Imperial German Model 1917 "stick grenade", with one of the nicest condition handles that we have ever seen. It retains many original markings though faint, and presents very nicely. The head had the top of the can removed in order to empty the explosive. The can then had the top reattached, and does not appear to have been repainted. Not Available For Export The