trench art brass cap

[Martin C]

Hello all,

Just found this at a junk shop and thought that i would share. I would also like to ask for your help with identifying the
shell that this was made from. As always your comments are welcome and your help is appreciated.

Take care,

Mart

[AZPhil]

I have seen these markings on another site years ago. I think it is a french 37MM or also know as a 1 pounder.
I will have to search to see if I can find it again.
It is a very detailed and talented piece of workmanship for US trench art.
I'm sure one of the Arty experts will be along soon to let you know exactly it is that you have.
Semper Fi
Phil

[AZPhil]

I found it. I hope I am not violating any site rules but here is a discussion about that type of shell.
WW1 artillery shell casing? - Wehrmacht-Awards.com Militaria Forums
If I need a flogging just let me know!!!!

Semper Fi
Phil

[Martin C]

Thanks for your help, Phil!

Mart

[AZPhil]

You're welcome Martin. I hope that was what you were looking for!
Semper Fi
Phil

[Adrian Stevenson]

My Granddad had similar ones made for himself in WW1.

Nice item.

Cheers, Ade.

[zephyr4]

Nice hat I have a couple myself, pictures of complete 37mm shells.

z4

[Martin C]

Dear Phil, Ade and Z4,

Thanks for your time and input i appreciate it. I love this forum!

Have a good day!

Mart

[Martin C]

Nice hat I have a couple myself, pictures of complete 37mm shells.

z4

Could you post your hats if possible? I would like to see more of these.

Thanks, Mart

[zephyr4]

I have a few hats but this is the only one not packed away.

GFSP GeschossFabrik Spandau
size 7,7 cm
lot number 160
st strengthened case


z4