Item Description
Original Item: Only One Available. This is a lovely inert example of a German Flak 18 round. This example is completely void of any explosive content nor is it able to be used as an explosive device. The round is in compliance with the current BATF standards on inert ordnance. Not Available For Export.
The 3.7 cm Flak 18/36/37 was a series of anti-aircraft guns produced by NDAP Germany that saw widespread service in the Second World War. The cannon was fully automatic and effective against aircraft flying at altitudes up to 4,200 m. The cannon was produced in both towed and self-propelled versions. Having a flexible doctrine, the Germans used their anti-aircraft pieces in ground support roles as well; 37 mm caliber guns were no exception to that. With Germany's defeat, production ceased and, overall, 37 mm caliber anti-aircraft cannon fell into gradual disuse, being replaced by the Bofors 40 mm gun and later, by 35-mm anti-aircraft pieces produced in Switzerland.
The overall condition on the round is really good, though the casing does appear to have some heavy wear. The projectile retains much of the original paint but does appear to be dated 1943 with a 1944 dated shell. The shell casing itself still retains a complete headstamp on the bottom reading:
amp ho
296
gn 44
6348 St.
3.7cm FLAK.18
The side of the fuse is very faintly stamped:
3.7cm Kpf. Z. Zerl. Pv. awl43 333
A wonderful example that comes more than ready for display. Measures approximately 14 1/2 inches in length.
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