Inert 57mm Dutch shell casing used in the Stuk 6-Veld infantry gun. This 57x250mm casing is made of a brass and is in good condition. The Stuk 6-Veld was one of two pieces of artillery that dated back to the 1800’s and was still in service with the Dutch army during WWII. It was first introduced in 1894 when the Dutch purchased over 200 pieces. The guns were built by the firms of Krupp, Schneider and CIE and were obsolete by 1940.
