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Lot 239: Five Flare Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: January 11, 2023

Lot 239: Five Flare Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: January 11, 2023

Estimated Price: $600 - $900
Price Realized:
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A) German Model 1894 Hebel Flare Pistol

Manufacturer: German
Model: Flare Pistol
Type: Other
Gauge: 26.5mm
Barrel: 9 inch part octagon
Finish: blue
Grip: hardwood
Stock:
Item Views: 944
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Other
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
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:

CHRF marked to the left of the serial number.

B) German Model 1894 Hebel Flare Pistol

Manufacturer: German
Model: Flare Pistol
Type: Other
Gauge: 26.5mm
Barrel: 9 inch part octagon
Finish: blue
Grip: hardwood
Stock:
Item Views: 944
Serial Number:
Class: Other
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
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:

GM marked to the left of the serial number.

C) Remington UMC MK III Signal Flare Pistol

Manufacturer: Remington Arms Inc
Model: Flare
Type: Other
Gauge: 10
Barrel: 9 inch round
Finish: blue/brass
Grip: hardwood
Stock:
Item Views: 944
Serial Number:
Class: Other
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
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.

WB - WOOD IS BETTER FOR THE PERCENT OF FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

D) Unknown Brass Flare Pistol

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: Flare
Type: Other
Gauge: 37 mm
Barrel: 5 inch part octagon
Finish: brass
Grip: hardwood
Stock:
Item Views: 944
Serial Number:
Class: Other
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
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:

Unmarked

E) Olin 25mm Flare Launcher

Manufacturer: Olin
Model: Flare
Type: Other
Gauge: 25
Barrel: 3 3/8 inch solid rib
Finish: black
Grip: metal
Stock:
Item Views: 944
Serial Number:
Class: Other
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Rating:

NC - FINE- All original finish 90% - 94% or better, some dings in wood wear commensurable with percent of finish. In working order.

Description:

"For Marine Signal Purpose Only" marked on grip.

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