Set of 4 Historic Inert Artillery and Armor-Piercing Projectiles (37mm - 75mm) – Krupp & Hotchkiss/Maxim – WWI & WWII Era: Up for auction is a beautiful and historically highly interesting collection of four different artillery and armor-piercing projectile heads. This set beautifully illustrates the fascinating evolution of military ammunition from the late 19th century through the Second World War. All objects have been carefully cleaned, are in a fine collectible condition, and are completely inert, empty, and 100% legal and safe to own. The set consists of the following four unique pieces (from left to right on the main overview photo): 1. 37 mm Hotchkiss / Maxim-Nordenfelt Projectile Head (1-Pounder "Pom-Pom") • Era: Late 19th Century / First World War. • Features: Equipped with the characteristic double copper driving bands at the base. Features a factory/inspection stamp on the bottom. The brass nose percussion fuse is absent, showing the clearly empty interior cavity. • Dimensions & Weight: Height approx. 85 mm | Diameter approx. 35 mm | Weight approx. 430 grams. 2. 75 mm Krupp Shrapnel Shell with Time Fuse • Era: First World War era (used with the famous Krupp M05 or M08 field guns). • Features: A stunning, fully demountable centerpiece. Features the iconic aluminum double-action time and percussion fuse (Doppelzünder) with sharp and highly visible graduation markings. The steel body retains its distinctive serrated copper driving band at the bottom and various authentic Krupp base stamps. Completely hollow and clean on the inside. • Dimensions & Weight: Height approx. 270 mm | Diameter approx. 73/75 mm | Weight approx. 2450 grams. 3. 5 cm Krupp Armor-Piercing Projectile (K Gr 39 / Panzergranate) • Era: Second World War (used in the German 5 cm Pak 38 anti-tank guns and the Panzer III tank). • Features: Solid steel, ogival armor-piercing nose (Armor Piercing). Beautifully marked with a subtle factory stamp "KR" (Krupp) on the side and a stamped "6" on the rim of the base. Features double diamond-knurled grooves where the driving bands were originally pressed. The cavity for the base fuse is empty and clear. • Dimensions & Weight: Height approx. 140 mm | Diameter approx. 50 mm | Weight approx. 575 grams. 4. 3.7 cm Krupp Armor-Piercing Projectile (Panzergranate) • Era: Second World War (used in the well-known German 3.7 cm Pak 35/36 anti-tank guns and early Panzer III tanks). • Features: The smaller brother of the 5 cm variant, also featuring a solid, armor-piercing steel tip. Equipped with a wide diamond-knurled groove for the (missing) driving band and an open thread for the base fuse at the bottom. Fully inert and empty. • Dimensions & Weight: Height approx. 105 mm | Diameter approx. 35 mm | Weight approx. 425 grams. Condition: The projectiles are in very nice, cleaned condition with a smooth, dark patina. The threading of the 75 mm Krupp time fuse turns smoothly, allowing it to be easily separated from the body. Please study the extensive detailed photos carefully to form your own impression of the markings and exact condition; the photos are explicitly part of the description. Shipping: The lot will be extremely carefully and securely packed to prevent any damage during transit. Shipping will be handled by a reliable parcel service, fully insured, and provided with a Track & Trace code.