rambob Posted April 20, 2015 Author Share #26 Posted April 20, 2015 Thanks to all for the nice comments and I am overwhelmed with the forum response to this topic. I am happy there seems to be a lot of kindred spirits out on the forum when it comes to WW2 things that go boom. Bob Link to post Share on other sites
rambob Posted April 20, 2015 Author Share #27 Posted April 20, 2015 Well it was raining today so I did an inside diorama project concerning how a US booby trap may have been set up in the jungles of WW2. I entitled my creation "A Bad Day in the Jungle" as it depicts the last seconds before a loud boom is heard throughout the jungle somewhere in the Pacific theater. A buried Pressure Firing Device M1A1 and Mk2 grenade are about to be triggered by the foot of an Imperial Japanese Army soldier walking through the jungle. I raided my wife's fake greenery and vines to try to make it as realistic as possible. Also, note that a small piece of wood was normally used to stabilize the assembly while in the ground. There are three conveniently located tabs with a hole in them to nail/screw the firing device in place when setting it. I hope you enjoy the effect. Bob Link to post Share on other sites
rambob Posted August 10, 2015 Author Share #28 Posted August 10, 2015 Just thought I would juice this topic in case anyone missed it the first time. I was particularly proud of the diorama with the Japanese foot. Bob Link to post Share on other sites
Jumpin Jack Posted August 10, 2015 Share #29 Posted August 10, 2015 Bob, I have been collecting since July 1944. This is an area that I have avoided, more out of ignorance than lack of interest. Your photography is outstanding. I especially like the diorama you came up with. Your collection is outstanding. I hope this subject is preserved for reference. Jack Angolia Link to post Share on other sites
rambob Posted August 11, 2015 Author Share #30 Posted August 11, 2015 Thanks Jack for the nice words. It is appreciated. Bob Link to post Share on other sites
BILL THE PATCH Posted August 11, 2015 Share #31 Posted August 11, 2015 Very impressive, and very interesting. Thanks for the new knowledge:D Link to post Share on other sites
Brodys Collection Posted August 12, 2015 Share #32 Posted August 12, 2015 Wow I will have to keep an eye out for those they are rather non assuming. Link to post Share on other sites
P-59A Posted April 7, 2019 Share #33 Posted April 7, 2019 One variation to add to the topic, From what I understand this is the M1 pressure activated booby trap and is a copy of the British booby trap that predates the M1A1 shown.. Link to post Share on other sites
rambob Posted April 8, 2019 Author Share #34 Posted April 8, 2019 P-59A, thanks for adding your M1 booby trap to the topic. Another pristine condition example to be admired. I wonder if the internal mechanism is the same as the M1A1 version? Bob Link to post Share on other sites
P-59A Posted April 8, 2019 Share #35 Posted April 8, 2019 P-59A, thanks for adding your M1 booby trap to the topic. Another pristine condition example to be admired. I wonder if the internal mechanism is the same as the M1A1 version? Bob The only thing I see that is different is the added safety pin and multi use of the M1A1. The small black disk to the upper right looks to be a cover for the plunger hole. Maybe the item was not carried intact and put together when needed? Link to post Share on other sites
rambob Posted April 8, 2019 Author Share #36 Posted April 8, 2019 Not sure what that disk part is for, but my opinion is that the unit would be carried assembled due to the possible loss of the small internal parts. Also, difficulty of assembly in bad light or cold with gloves on would be a problem. Bob Link to post Share on other sites
hyrax222 Posted April 13, 2019 Share #37 Posted April 13, 2019 Book out soon? Great stuff! Link to post Share on other sites
WWIIBuff Posted January 24 Share #38 Posted January 24 I know this thread is a few years old, but I just saw it for the first time and wanted to say great collection rambob! Thanks for posting the pictures, and the detailed descriptions. I especially like the display you made with the boot. I hope you do not mind, but I am going to copy your idea and make a few similar displays for my collection someday. It would be great to use with a cut-away version of a German S-Mine with a Russian boot too. Link to post Share on other sites
rambob Posted January 24 Author Share #39 Posted January 24 John, no problem. I always have heard imitation is a sincere form of flattery. Looking forward to seeing your displays. Bob Link to post Share on other sites
SubgunFun Posted January 25 Share #40 Posted January 25 rambob... did you ever end up deciding to sell off some of those practice detonators? Also, have you set any off to see what they do? I'm assuming a slight bang and a lot of smoke? Link to post Share on other sites
collector Posted February 6 Share #41 Posted February 6 Thank you, very educational! Link to post Share on other sites
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