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  • Auction Catalog #52
  • Lot #523
Lot #522
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Lot 523: Three WWII Type Brass Frame, Flare Pistols

Three WWII Type Brass Frame, Flare Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 20, 2011

Lot 523: Three WWII Type Brass Frame, Flare Pistols

Three WWII Type Brass Frame, Flare Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 20, 2011

Estimated Price: $1,100 - $1,600
Price Realized:
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A) U.S. Model M2 Flare Pistol

Manufacturer: None
Model: None
Type: Other
Gauge:
Barrel: 2 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip: plastic
Stock:
Item Views: 6881
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 104
Class: Other
Description:

Used by the U.S. Forces during World War II. Left side of cast barrel has the two line model and serial number above "U.S. [cross cannon cartouche] PROPERTY". The cast frame is fitted with checkered plastic grips featuring International Flare-Single Co. imprinted logos.

Rating Definition:

Excellent. The brass / bronze has a mixed aged patina. The grips are excellent with only a few light handling marks. The checkering is crisp.



B) International Flare Signal Co. Model 52 Flare Pistol

Manufacturer: None
Model: None
Type: Other
Gauge: 37 mm
Barrel: 8 inch round
Finish: blue/bright
Grip: brass
Stock:
Item Views: 6881
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 104
Class: Other
Description:

Large style brass breech / frame, grip, and steel barrel, with cast in checkering in the grip area featuring the maker markings, with lanyard ring on the bottom of the frame, with the original rope lanyard. Often seen as part of the International No. 52 Marine Distress Signal Kit for lifeboats and other marine craft.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall. The barrel retains 90% original blue finish with the balance a smooth gray patina. The brass / bronze breech / frame have a smooth aged patina.



C) U.S. Very Pistol Mark IV Flare Gun

Manufacturer: None
Model: None
Type: Other
Gauge: 1 inch
Barrel: 4 inch part octagon
Finish: bright
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 6881
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 104
Class: Other
Description:

All brass frame and barrel, the top barrel flat is marked "1" CON / VERY PISTOL 25mm MARK IV / SCOTT FETZGER Co. CLEVE. O", with "4-314" on upper left flat (25mm MARK IV has been struck out). Grooved two piece grips with a wide horizontal groove filled with red paint on both panels under the screw.

Rating Definition:

Very good overall. The brass has an old light yellow patina overall with numerous minor handling marks. The grips are good, loose on the frame, with worn grooves and some minor handling marks.



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