WWII MK2A1 Early War Yellow Drab - Replica Hand Grenade

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Product Description

This replica molded from an Original MK2 Grenade represents the Early World War II MK2A1 Lustreless Yellow Drab – Shade #316 fragmentation hand grenade. Each grenade is a two-part construction (separate body and fuse that can be permanently joined) and is molded from solid colored resin plastic. The body features a solid bottom, consistent with early-production examples.

It includes a WWII M10A2-style fuse with a red washer, solid Lustreless Yellow Drab – Shade #316, and a reproduction WWII-style metal spoon and pull-ring pin. Fuse threads are cut to the WWII 9/16" specification, allowing compatibility with reproduction fuses or detonators used during the period.

Marshall’s Arsenal offers an optional “Aged” finish to simulate light field wear and age.

Each complete grenade weighs approximately 8 ounces. These are inert display pieces and not intended for throwing or pyrotechnic use. Suitable for museum displays, film and theater props, reenactment gear, and costume impressions where authentic appearance is needed but live ordnance is prohibited.

Technical details / specs

Construction: Two-piece (separate body and fuse) solid resin.
Bottom: Solid (early-production style).
Fuse: Reproduction M10A2-style with red washer.
Fuse threads: 9/16" WWII specification; accepts reproduction fuses/detonators (display only).
Finishes: New Yellow/Orange or Aged (weathered).
Hardware: Reproduction metal spoon and pull-ring pin.
Weight: ~8 oz assembled.
Use: Inert display only — not for throwing or pyrotechnics.

** Grenades and fuses are solid plastic and cannot be made into any functioning grenade.

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Historical Background

The Mk 2 hand grenade — commonly known as the “Pineapple Grenade” — was a fragmentation-type anti-personnel grenade first introduced by the U.S. military in 1918. It replaced the earlier and unreliable Mk 1 grenade of 1917, and was standardized as the MKII in 1920. On April 2, 1945, it was officially re-designated as the MK2.

Its distinctive segmented cast-iron body, designed to aid fragmentation and grip, made it one of the most recognizable grenades ever produced by the United States. The Mk 2 served as the standard issue fragmentation grenade for American forces throughout World War II, and continued in widespread use during the Korean War and into the Vietnam War.

Over its long production life, variations in body casting and color markings appeared, reflecting changes in manufacturing methods and ordnance standards. The Mk 2 was gradually replaced by the M26 series beginning in the Korean War and later by the M33/M67 series, though large wartime stockpiles kept it in limited U.S. service through the 1950s.