Original U.S. WWII D-Day Army 10 Cap Blasting Machine with Handle by Fidelity Electric Co. – Demolition Team
Original price was: $56.00.$30.00Current price is: $30.00.
Description
Original Item: Only One Available. This is an original WWII U.S. Army 10 Cap Blasting Machine, complete with the original handle. These were used by demolition crews on D-day to destroy the many obstacles on French beaches that had been set up during years of German occupation. The ”10 Cap” nomenclature indicates that up to 10 ”Blasting cap” detonators can be set off at one time.
This particular example has a brass lower housing, with a lid that appears to be zinc or aluminum, with an identification and instruction plate on the side top information and instructions. The plate reads:
U.S. ARMYBLASTING MACHINE10 CAPTHIS MACHINE MAY LOSECAPACITY TEMPORARILY; TORESTORE, TWIST THE HANDLEVIGOROUSLY A FEW TIMES.
The side reads:Fidelity Electric Co. Lancaster, PA
The Blasting Machine comes complete with the original intact twist handle, still attached by a chain, as well as the original leather carrying strap, attached to the buttons on the sides.
Condition is very good, though the original black paint on the brass housing has mostly worn away. The finish on the handle is good, with some wear through due to age. The unit still properly turns, though we do not know if it is functional.
Offered in very good condition, with the expected wear of age. Ready to display!
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