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Lot #675

Lot 674: Four Flare Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 13, 2020

Lot 674: Four Flare Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 13, 2020

Estimated Price: $900 - $1,400
Price Realized:
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A) International Flare Signal Co. Flare Pistol

Manufacturer: International Flare Signal Co.
Model: Flare Gun
Type: Other
Gauge: 37 mm
Barrel: 8 1/8 inch round
Finish: blue/brass
Grip: brass
Stock:
Item Views: 1208
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 58
Class: Other
Rating:

NE - GOOD- in working condition, wear on working surfaces, finish 40% - 79%, no broken parts, no corrosion or pitting that will interfere with proper functioning, but may have some minor surface pitting. Wood condition commensurable with percent of finish with dings and dents associated with 40% - 79% gun.

Description:

B) International Flare Signal Co. Flare Pistol

Manufacturer: International Flare Signal Co.
Model: Flare Gun
Type: Other
Gauge: 37 mm
Barrel: 8 1/8 inch round
Finish: blue/brass
Grip: brass
Stock:
Item Views: 1208
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 58
Class: Other
Rating:

NE - GOOD- in working condition, wear on working surfaces, finish 40% - 79%, no broken parts, no corrosion or pitting that will interfere with proper functioning, but may have some minor surface pitting. Wood condition commensurable with percent of finish with dings and dents associated with 40% - 79% gun.

Description:

C) Van Karner Chemical Arms Corp. VK-M12 Parachute Signal Gun

Manufacturer: Van Karner
Model: Flare Pistol
Type: Other
Gauge: 37 mm
Barrel: 8 1/8 inch round
Finish: brass
Grip: brass
Stock:
Item Views: 1208
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 58
Class: Other
Rating:

OD - VERY GOOD- all original parts; none to 30% original finish; original metal surfaces smooth with all edges sharp; clear lettering, numerals and design on metal; wood slightly scratched or bruised.

Description:

D) Japanese Type 10 Flare Pistol

Manufacturer: Japanese
Model: Flare Gun
Type: Other
Gauge: 35 mm
Barrel: 4 3/4 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: hardwood
Stock:
Item Views: 1208
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 58
Class: Other
Rating:

OB - EXCELLENT- all original parts; over 80% original finish; sharp lettering, numerals and design on metal; unmarred wood.

NPRF - NON-PROFESSIONALLY REFINISHED/COLD BLUE, ETC.

Description:

Adopted in 1921.

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