Original German WWI Model 1913 Kugel Hand Fragmentation Grenade - Kugelhandgranate - Inert Bayonets The handle is secured to

The handle is secured to the shovel head by dual extended steel sleeves with two flush

The Navy Distinguished Service Medal is bestowed upon members of the Navy or Marine Corps who distinguish themselves by exceptionally meritorious service to the United States government in a duty of great responsibility

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These plates are retained by screw and spanner hardware

This leads us to believe that this helmet was originally worn by an NCO who received a field promotion

Original German WWI Model 1913 Kugel Hand Fragmentation Grenade - Kugelhandgranate - Inert Bayonets The handle is secured toOriginal Item: Only One Available. The Kugelhandgranate ("ball hand grenade") is the name given to several models of hand thrown fragmentation grenades manufactured in WWI Germany. This example is known as the Model 1913, which differs from the later version in that it has more fragmentation sections unlike the more simplified 1915 model. As they were not made in any large quantities, German Ball Grenades are rare in any condition. Unloaded or dummy