WWII-Era U.S. Navy 40mm Bofors Brass Projectile (Inert)

Offered here is a WWII-era 40mm Bofors brass projectile, measuring approximately 1.75 inches in base diameter, consistent with the famous 40mm Bofors anti-aircraft gun used extensively by the U.S. Navy and Allied forces during World War II.

• Material: Solid brass (inert, no explosives)

• Caliber: 40mm (1.75-inch base)

• Design: Grooved projectile body with rifling bands; fluted nose cone with drilled tip, typical of practice or demilitarized examples.

• History: The 40mm Bofors gun was one of the most widely used naval and anti-aircraft weapons of WWII, serving aboard destroyers, cruisers, and battleships, as well as land-based anti-aircraft emplacements.

This piece is in very good condition with a bright brass finish and well-defined machining details. It makes a fine militaria collectible or display piece for WWII naval and artillery history enthusiasts.