WW2 British No 36 Mills Training INERT

The WW2 British No 36 Mills Training INERT is an original example of the iconic fragmentation hand grenade used extensively by British and Commonwealth forces during the Second World War. This particular piece is an inert training version, rendered completely safe for handling and display purposes. The No 36 grenade, commonly known as the Mills bomb, was designed for both offensive and defensive use, featuring a distinctive grooved cast iron body intended to enhance grip and fragmentation upon detonation. The training variant replicates the dimensions, weight, and external features of the live grenade, allowing for realistic instruction without the hazards of active explosives. Markings and stamps on the grenade assist in identification and dating, with most models displaying a removable base plug and original paint schemes consistent with wartime issue. These inert grenades were standard issue in training facilities and are valued by collectors as representations of WW2-era British military technology and instruction.