flers1916 Posted 2 July , 2013 Share Posted 2 July , 2013 I am beginning to acquire a number of Kugel grenades which, I understand, have 'friction fuses'. Could someone please explain how these work? I assume 'friction' means heat generated by one surface rubbing against another such as a match, but after pulling the wire loop how is the essential 'delay' achieved before the grenade explodes, hopefully, away from the thrower? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Poilu Posted 2 July , 2013 Share Posted 2 July , 2013 The serrated wire ignites the friction compound setting off a small powder train (delay) inside the brass tube. http://1914-1918.invisionzone.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=52465&hl=kugel#entry450051 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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