Original U.S. WWII International Flare Signal Company Brass-Framed Pistol - Dated Dec. 1942 Japanese Ordnance More on the Boeing B-17

More on the Boeing B-17 "Flying Fortress" Bomber

After the German surrender in Italy on 2 May 1945

however the front insignia was removed some time ago

silver and copper wire

Each side of the frames are triple-slotted top and bottom for ventilation

Original U.S. WWII International Flare Signal Company Brass-Framed Pistol - Dated Dec. 1942 Japanese Ordnance More on the Boeing B-17Original Item: Only One Available. Wonderful condition 37mm WWII International Flare Signal Co. Flare Pistol. Some collectors refer to this as the "Model 52" not because it was designed in 1952 but that at one time this gun was part of the International No. 52 marine distress signal kit. Break open operation, featuring steel, brass, and nickel construction. The pistol is embossed on both side of the crosshatch grip in raised letters: INTERNATIONAL