Original U.S. WWII Brass M2 Pyrotechnic Pistol by International Flare-Signal Co. with Lanyard Lewis Gun as did all the IR

as did all the IR series

and greaves and some staining on cloth and patina on metal

she was declared unfit for further service

France on a Mine Laying mission in the CHESAPEAKE BAY which it successfully completed unhindered

Barrel Length: 15 1/2 inches

Original U.S. WWII Brass M2 Pyrotechnic Pistol by International Flare-Signal Co. with Lanyard Lewis Gun as did all the IROriginal Item: Only One Available. Well this is something that we have not had before! Most are familiar with the large 37mm Signal Flare pistols made by International Flare Signal Co., but this is a much smaller "M2" model, with a frame and 2 1 4" "barrel" made entirely of brass. Instead of having a breech that opens, the flare on these muzzle loaded, with the rim of the casing held in place by a brass latch on the left side of the pistol. Also