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Lot #383

Lot 382: Two WWI European Flare Pistols

Two WWI European Flare Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 3, 2010

Lot 382: Two WWI European Flare Pistols

Two WWI European Flare Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 3, 2010

Estimated Price: $700 - $900
Price Realized:
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A) WWI Hebel Model 1894 Flare Pistol

Manufacturer: German
Model: Flare Pistol
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 1 inch
Barrel: 8 7/8 inch part octagon
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 4577
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 77
Class: Other
Description:

Used by German forces during WWI and manufactured by at least four German and Austrian companies. The left side of the frame is marked "W-a 14" and "AZF / EAXI". Smooth grips with lanyard ring.

Rating Definition:

Fair. The pistol has a smooth gray patina with some scattered traces of the original blue finish with extensive minor pitting (mostly on the right) and some minor spotting (mostly on the barrel). There are a few small absent chips on the top of the right grip panel, otherwise the grips are fine with some minor dings and scratches.



B) WWI Italian Model 1910 Signal Pistol

Manufacturer: Italian
Model: Flare Gun
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 1 inch
Barrel: 4 1/4 inch part octagon
Finish: bright
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 4577
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 77
Class: Other
Description:

The brass is dated 1918, with 'BREVTO F TEITTONI BRESCIA around the hammer screw. The top barrel flat is marked with a crest flanked by "PISTOLA" and "SAVOIA". Fitted with checkered grips.

Rating Definition:

Very fine, with the brass having a fine aged patina with some minor handling marks. The grips are excellent with a few minor handling marks. Overall the checkering is crisp. Mechanically excellent.



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