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Lot 382:Two WWI European Flare Pistols

December 3rd, 2010|Rock Island, IL

Lot 382:Two WWI European Flare Pistols

December 3rd, 2010|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$700 - $900

A) WWI Hebel Model 1894 Flare Pistol

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.

ConditionFair. 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.

Details

ManufacturerGerman

ModelFlare Pistol

TypePistol

Serial number

ClassOther

Caliber / Gauge1 inch

Barrel8 7/8 inch part octagon

Finishblue

Gripwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL

Catalog page77

B) WWI Italian Model 1910 Signal Pistol

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.

ConditionVery 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.

Details

ManufacturerItalian

ModelFlare Gun