Band wound around the fuse; when the grenade is thrown, the tape unwinds and removes a pin, which in turn releases the lead ball that trips the striker.
fuse body
Bakelite® casing whose threaded base is screwed onto the grenade.
detonator
Piece that triggers the charge.
bursting charge
Explosive chemical substance inserted into the grenade.
base plug
Bakelite® screw that closes the hole where the detonator is placed in the body of the grenade.
filling hole
Part that closes the hole containing the bursting charge.
spring
Device that holds or releases the striker.
Bakelite® body
Plastic casing that covers the explosive charge and the detonator.
primer
Metal piece filled with a compound that creates a spark when hit by the striker; this in turn ignites the detonator.
striker
The firing pin that strikes the primer.
safety cap
Part that holds the tape around the fuse; it is removed when the grenade is thrown.
cover
The upper part of the grenade containing the firing mechanism.
