Original British WWI Inert Hales (“Mexican”) Pattern No. 2 Percussion Cap Fragmentation Hand / Rifle Grenade GWOT adopted after trials in 1867

adopted after trials in 1867 and 1870

which grew dramatically in the years following the Brigade’s activation

The crown pad is still intact

There is also a good amount of dirt on the helmet

Original British WWI Inert Hales (“Mexican”) Pattern No. 2 Percussion Cap Fragmentation Hand / Rifle Grenade GWOT adopted after trials in 1867Original Item: Only One Available. Now this is something RARELY encountered and only the second one we have ever had! This little beauty is the British WWI No. 2 grenade, also known as the Hales Pattern or Mexican Pattern, a percussion cap fragmentation and rifle grenade. Not only is this our second example but it is honestly one of the best we have seen so far on the market, if you can even find any. Unloaded or dummy grenades, artillery shell