Fuze, M52 REPRODUCTION

Written: 7/19/2007
Author: Drew Ballard

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When we started putting together our mortar display we came across many shells that were missing fuzes. Unit member Chris Guska looked into several options and not wanting to use wood or resin he decided to have some machined. I loaned him my nicest M52 fuze and he had it copied.

The machinist did an unbelievable job. The dimensions are perfect. The reproduction does not break down but he scribed it so that you swear you could.

Chris had enough made for our unti and a few extra. Now that all the patterning is done, he can get the cost down a little and we may make some more for sale if there is enough interest.