Original U.S. WWII International Flare Signal Company Brass-Framed Pistol with Lanyard - Dated Sep. 1943 Vietnam Other soldiers and marines engaged

Other soldiers and marines engaged in frequent daily firefights (particularly those serving in the Philippines) found the weapon to have insufficient stopping power and penetration

it was recognized as the first fighter squadron in the European theater to score over 100 victories

the M-42 design was put into production because it was significantly quicker to manufacture

Ideal to complete any WW1 Officer's Uniform Set

Original U.S. WWII International Flare Signal Company Brass-Framed Pistol with Lanyard - Dated Sep. 1943 Vietnam Other soldiers and marines engagedOriginal 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