Original British WWII Vickers Gun Crank Handle ERA Combat M-1944 were soon replaced

Combat M-1944 were soon replaced by the very similar M-1945 version

it is to be noted these rifles carry the BSA & M Co logo

This P-1899 Saber has a slightly curved blade

5-mm flare signal that produces a red smoke streamer

The weapon remained in first-line service with Italian forces throughout the war

Original British WWII Vickers Gun Crank Handle ERA Combat M-1944 were soon replacedOriginal Item: The crank handle is one of the most recognizable components on the Vickers gun with its elaborately curved shape. The crank handle is attached directly to the internal crank. Among its functions, it provides the means for the operator to charge the gun preparatory to firing and to clear different types of stoppages. The exact type of stoppage can often be discerned by the position of the crank handle when the gun stops firing. The