FIDELITY ELECTRIC Model 10 Cap Blasting Machine
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Description
Circa Late 1940's to Late 1950's
Known as a "twist-type" initiator, this device was a standard piece of equipment for squad and platoon demolition sets during World War II. This unit is a post-WWII industrial version.
Key Differences from Military Units:
- Construction: Commercial units often utilized an aluminum top instead of the heavier brass tops found on wartime models.
- Target Market: These were produced for civilian sectors such as mining, quarrying, and construction, whereas the olive drab versions were strictly for U.S. Army Engineers and Navy demolition teams.
- Design Continuity: Despite the color and material changes, the internal twist-type generator mechanism remained largely identical to the 1930 patent design used during the war.
(H-20.5cm x W-10cm x D-9cm)