The Australian War Memorial Collection. Test site
The No 5 Mk 1 hand fragmentation grenade consists of an oval cast iron body with externally segmented grooves. The body is lacquered on the inside and outside. In the base of the grenade is a threaded plug which accepts an aluminium cap. The firing mechanism consists of a striker, lever, spring and safety pin which are attached through a central chamber which houses the detonator. The grenade is painted black. Markings - H & TV; 6 - 15.
The No 5 hand grenade, Mills Pattern was introduced into service in May 1915. It was the standard British Army hand grenade until replaced by the Number 6 Mills Pattern in 1917.
Oval shaped hand grenade with cast iron body featuring external grooves. The firing mechanism consists of a striker, lever, spring and safety pin which are attached through a central chamber which hou
The No 36 Mk 1 hand grenade was the standard anti personnel hand grenade of Australian forces during the Second World War. The body is oval shaped and is made from cast iron. The wall is segmented in
A No 36M Mark 1 HE (high explosive) grenade for booby trap use. The No 36M grenade is essentially the same as a No 36 HE grenade except the 36M was fitted with an instantaneous detonator rather than t
A No 36M Mark 1 HE (high explosive) grenade for booby trap use. The No 36M grenade is essentially the same as a No 36 HE grenade except the 36M was fitted with an instantaneous detonator rather than t
No 36 Mk I grenade. The body is oval shaped and is made from cast iron. The wall is segmented in an attempt to control fragmentation and provide grip. A screw plug is formed on the side for filling t
A No 36M Mark 1 HE (high explosive) grenade for booby trap use. The No 36M grenade is essentially the same as a No 36 HE grenade except the 36M was fitted with an instantaneous detonator rather than t
