Inert Type 97 Japanese Grenade

Product Description:  An inert Type 97 Japanese Grenade, presented in good overall condition and offered as an evocative historical display object. This Inert Type 97 Japanese Grenade retains its original pin, though the retaining cap is absent. The cast surface is unmarked, consistent with period examples, and exhibits a pleasing, even patina commensurate with age. The form remains well-defined, with no notable losses beyond the missing cap, making it an attractive and authentic-looking piece for collectors of militaria or World War II artifacts. Suitable for display only.

Unloaded, practice, or dummy grenades, artillery shell casings, and similar ordnance items that have been rendered inert through BATF‑approved cuts or drilling—ensuring they cannot function as components of destructive devices—are not classified as NFA weapons. This example fully meets those compliance requirements and is offered strictly within the United States. NOT AVAILABLE FOR EXPORT.

Historical Description: The Type 97 Japanese Grenade was introduced by Imperial Japanese forces in 1937 and saw extensive service throughout the Second Sino-Japanese War and World War II. Designed as a hand-thrown fragmentation grenade, it featured a smooth cylindrical steel body and a percussion-initiated time fuse. Intended to improve safety over earlier designs, the Type 97 reflected Japan’s efforts to modernize infantry equipment and was widely issued to frontline troops across the Pacific theater.

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