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Lot #481
Lot #483

Lot 482: Four Flare Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: October 30, 2020

Lot 482: Four Flare Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: October 30, 2020

Estimated Price: $400 - $700
Price Realized:
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A) Van Karner VK-M12 Parachute Signal Gun

Manufacturer: Van Karner
Model: Flare Pistol
Type: Other
Gauge: 37 mm
Barrel: 8 inch round
Finish: brass
Grip: metal
Stock:
Item Views: 1796
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
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:

With an extra part.

B) CSR No. III Flare Gun

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: Flare
Type: Other
Gauge: 1 inch
Barrel: 5 3/4 inch round
Finish: brass
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1796
Serial Number:
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:

Dated "42" on the left side of the frame.

C) U.S. Pyrotechnic M-8 Flare Pistol

Manufacturer: Pyro-Technic
Model: M-8
Type: Other
Gauge: 1 1/2 inch
Barrel: 4 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip: plastic
Stock:
Item Views: 1796
Serial Number:
Class: Other
Rating:

NF - FAIR- 0% - 40% with generally smooth finish, may have mild cleaning yet not deeply pitted, but well worn, replacement of minor parts may need mechanical adjustments, may have rust and may have corrosion pits which do not render article unsafe or inoperable. In working condition. Wood condition commensurable with percent of finish with dings and dents associated with 0% - 40% gun.

Description:

With three empty cartridges.

D) U.S. International Flare Signal Co. M2 Flare Pistol

Manufacturer: International Flare Signal Co.
Model: Flare Gun
Type: Other
Gauge: 1 1/2 inch
Barrel: 2 3/8 inch round
Finish: brass
Grip: plastic
Stock:
Item Views: 1796
Serial Number:
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:

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