Original German WWII Inert 3.7cm Flak 18 Anti-Aircraft Round - Dated 1944

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.

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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 of the round is really good. The projectile retains much of the original paint but does appear to be dated 1938 with a 1941 dated fuse. The shell casing itself still retains a complete headstamp with Waffenamt on the bottom that reads as:

amo
85
aux 44
WaA354
6348 St
3.7cm Flak 18

aux is the manufacture code for Polte-Werke, Werk Magdeburg, a maker of ammunition.

A wonderful example that comes ready for display. Measures approximately 14 1/2 inches in length.