This M1924, M24, or "Stielhandgranate 24" that is almost impossible to tell from an original. In WW2 the stick of the German M24 (Model 24) grenade provided a lever, significantly improving the throwing distance. The Model 24 could be thrown approximately 30 to 40 yards, whereas the British Mills bomb could only be thrown about 15 yards. The design also minimized the risk of the grenade rolling downhill back towards the thrower when used in hilly terrain or in urban areas. These grenades were extremely useful for clearing out entrenched infantry positions.
This exclusive stunning replica features a metal die-struck head, exactly like the genuine issue, with the correct manufacture's stamp, and proper painted lettering. The wooden handle is hollow as a correctly made metal screw cap base and porcelain bead on pull cord.
Marked with arming instructions in German. Specifications: Length: 13 ¾ inches Weight: 1 lb. Please Note: HEAD is NOT removable from Stick. Be sure to check out my other auctions. I try to describe all my items as accurately as possible. The item "German WW2 M24 Stick Grenade Full Size Steel & Wood Non-Functioning Replica Toy" is in sale since Thursday, June 11, 2015. This item is in the category "Collectibles\Militaria\WW II (1939-45)\Reproductions\Germany". The seller is "biggerbulletsllc" and is located in Topeka, Kansas. This item can be shipped worldwide.