Historical Significance:
The 1.467-Inch Mark 1 Sub-Caliber Smoke Round with Internal Fuze was developed to provide accurate training and practice for artillery crews, allowing them to refine their skills using smaller, less expensive ammunition. The Type 4A 1.457-inch Subcaliber Gun was a crucial training tool during the early 20th century, ensuring that gunners could achieve precision and efficiency in their firing techniques without the high cost of full-caliber ammunition.
Smoke rounds, like this Mark 1, played a vital role in training. In training, they allowed artillery crews to practice creating smoke screens and signaling, essential skills for battlefield operations. In combat, smoke rounds concealed troop movements and disrupted enemy visibility, contributing to tactical advantages. The internal fuze added to the functionality by ensuring the round detonated at the right moment, maximizing the effectiveness of the smoke screen.
Product Details:
This restored inert 1.467-Inch Mark 1 Sub-Caliber Smoke Round with Internal Fuze is a high-quality representation of the original live munitions used in military operations and training during the early 20th century.
- Inert Design: Completely inert and safe for handling and display, this smoke round replicates the design and dimensions of the live rounds used during its time.
- Restored Condition: Meticulously restored to better than original condition, with attention to preserving the historical accuracy and integrity of the round.
- Internal Fuze: Features an internal fuze, highlighting the round's sophisticated design and functionality.
- Historical Accuracy: Faithfully reproduces the markings of the original Mark 1 smoke rounds, ensuring a genuine representation of early military ordnance.
- Brass Case: Featuring a brass case dated 1915, highlighting its historical authenticity and origin.
Collector's Item:
Owning this restored inert 1.467-Inch Mark 1 Sub-Caliber Smoke Round with Internal Fuze means adding a significant piece of military history to your collection. This round offers both historical significance and detailed craftsmanship, making it a valuable addition for any military collector.
Why Choose Our Mark 1 Smoke Round:
Choosing this restored inert 1.467-Inch Mark 1 Sub-Caliber Smoke Round with Internal Fuze ensures you receive a high-quality, historically accurate product. Expertly preserved to maintain its display value, this round is an excellent addition to museums, educational institutions, and private collections. Its educational significance and historical authenticity offer an unparalleled experience for collectors and historians alike.
Approx length 8", Approx width 1.5", Approx weight 1.8lbs.
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