WW2 Canadian Army Ordnance Fuse INERT

This item is an inert World War II-era Canadian Army ordnance fuse, originally designed for use with artillery ammunition. Manufactured during the 1939-1945 period, these fuses played an essential role in the operation of explosive shells, initiating detonation upon impact or after a pre-set time. The fuse presented here has been rendered completely inert and is incapable of functioning as an explosive device. Typical features include a metal body with stamped identification numbers and markings that may denote manufacturer, lot number, and year of production. Such fuses were integral to a range of Canadian and Commonwealth artillery munitions and represent both technological advancement and the practical considerations of wartime logistics. This example offers insight into the engineering and manufacturing standards employed by the Canadian military during World War II. The item is intended for educational and historical reference within the context of military technology and ordnance development of the early to mid-20th century.