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ChMV-16
The ChMV-16 (ЧМВ-16) is a Russian 16-day, mechanical (clockwork) delay firing device used for sabotage or demolition purposes. A version with a 10-day time is known as the ChMV-10 (ЧМВ-10). An East German version of this firing device, designated Tsch MW-16, is known to exist. The ChMV-16 (ЧМВ-16) demolition time is used with an MD-2 (МД-2) or the later MD-5M (МД-5М) detonator. The numerals on the timer's dial indicate days, and the div...
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