Original U.S. WWII 81mm Mortar M43 HE Shell Century " which was one of

" which was one of the primary edged weapon suppliers in the first half of the 20th century

These colors symbolize the 1st and 7th SFG Soldiers who served under 5th SFG during the Vietnam War

Unlike the military version it remained in service with these groups long after the war

after MacPhail's wartime resignation

For further research checkout this forum post about these knives and how to tell WWII knives from post war (this example is 100% WWII)

Original U.S. WWII 81mm Mortar M43 HE Shell Century " which was one ofOriginal Item: Only One Available. Totally inert and demilitarized according to BATF guidelines with hollow body and inert fuse. This mortar round cannot be converted to an explosive devise and is not available for export. This is a totally genuine United States military WWII or just post war produced SHELL, H. E., M43 with a newly made resin PD, M52 Series fuze. The shell is offered in excellent condition with original yellow paint. The SHELL, H. E.,