Original German WWII FlaK 88 High Explosive Inert Shell with Early Brass Casing - 1938 Dated Receiver 39" - 6 Groove Rifling

39" - 6 Groove Rifling

The pistol features a 5 1/2inch octagonal barrel

Helmet liners like this one are mentioned in books by James Lee Hutchinson titled Through These Eyes: A World War II Eighth Air Force Combat Diary

These included a perforated high grade rounded "quince" shaped tsuba (cross guard) with brass Imperial Army cherry blossom menuki (grip decoration)

Below his name you can find the marking of what appears to be RAMR 3ug J

Original German WWII FlaK 88 High Explosive Inert Shell with Early Brass Casing - 1938 Dated Receiver 39" - 6 Groove RiflingOriginal Item: Only One Available. This round is totally inert and deactivated following guidelines provided by the ATF. This example is offered in excellent condition with original paint and markings. Like all deactivated ordnance, this round is Not Available for Export. The 8. 8 cm Flak 18 36 37 is a German 88 mm anti aircraft and anti tank artillery gun from World War II. It was widely used by Germany throughout the war, and was one of the most