Original U.S. Vietnam War Inert M374 HE 81mm Mortar Round - Dated 1967 German Uniforms First called the 17th Engineer

First called the 17th Engineer Battalion (Heavy Ponton)

He wears a  standard nine-button frock coat of northern Federal or Union issue

The blade is most likely machine made

The front side of the binoculars are marked SIGNAL CORPS

Original U.S. Vietnam War Inert M374 HE 81mm Mortar Round - Dated 1967 German Uniforms First called the 17th EngineerOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a wonderful example of an 81mm M374 HE round for the M29 Mortar System. The round was rendered inert by an Explosive Ordnance Disposal team on 10 16 79 and is clearly stamped as so on the body. This round cannot be rendered live again to be used as an explosive device and is in complete compliance per the current regulations set out by the BATF. Not Available For Export. The M29 is an American produced 81