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Lot #649
Lot #651

Lot 650: Two WWI Flare Guns

Two WWI Flare Guns

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 20, 2011

Lot 650: Two WWI Flare Guns

Two WWI Flare Guns

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 20, 2011

Estimated Price: $950 - $1,400
Price Realized:
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A) Hebel Model 1894 Flare Gun

Manufacturer: None
Model: None
Type: Other
Gauge: 26.5mm
Barrel: 9 inch part octagon
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 10000
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 128
Class: Other
Description:

Used by German military forces during WWI. Left side of frame marked "FL 1907" for the Fritz Lagenhahn maker. Right side of barrel and frame are marked with a crown/B/S/U with a large crown/A farther down. Smooth two piece grips with lanyard ring on butt.

Rating Definition:

Fine. The pistol retains 95% original blue finish fading overall with the balance a smooth brown patina with some minor spotting. The right side of the frame has a couple areas of minor pitting. The grips are fine with some minor handling marks.



B) German Drucknoph Flare Pistol

Manufacturer: None
Model: None
Type: Other
Gauge: 25 mm
Barrel: 9 3/4 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 10000
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 128
Class: Other
Description:

Used by German military forces during WWI. Left side of frame marked "J.K." over serial number. The right side of the barrel and frame have a small crown/B and U proofs with single crown/A proof farther down. Smooth two piece grips with lanyard ring on the butt.

Rating Definition:

Good. The pistol has a dark mottled patina with overall minor spotting. The grips are very good with numerous minor dings and scratches.



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