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  • Lot #3587
Lot #3586
Lot #3588

Lot 3587: Two Japanese Military Flare Pistols

Collector's Lot of Two Japanese Military Flare Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 2, 2018

Lot 3587: Two Japanese Military Flare Pistols

Collector's Lot of Two Japanese Military Flare Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 2, 2018

Estimated Price: $1,000 - $1,500
Price Realized:
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A) Tokyo Arsenal Type 10 Single Barrel Flare Pistol

Manufacturer: None
Model: None
Type: Other
Gauge: 1 inch
Barrel: 4 3/4 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: hardwood
Stock:
Item Views: 2031
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 226
Class: Other
Description:

One of approximately 8,000 produced. The arsenal and nomenclature markings are present on the left side of the frame, with a bobbed double action only hammer and ribbed grips.

Rating Definition:

Fine, with 80% original blue, the balance a mixed brown patina, scattered spotting, and a small amount of shallow pitting overall, some strong blue remaining on the front half of the barrel. The trigger guard hangs loose, and the grips show some light dents and scuffs. Mechanically fine.



B) Japanese Type 90 Double Barrel Flare Pistol

Manufacturer: None
Model: None
Type: Other
Gauge: 1 inch
Barrel: 4 inch round
Finish: blue/black
Grip: plastic
Stock:
Item Views: 2031
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 226
Class: Other
Description:

Produced for the Japanese Navy from the early 1930s through the end of WWII. The barrel assembly and cocking lever are numbered "22", with a pair of checkered grips.

Rating Definition:

Fine, with 60% of the overall combination blue/black finish. The barrels show areas of brown patina, with flaking and wear on the frame and mild spotting and handling marks overall. Some mild scuffing is visible on the grips. Mechanically fine.



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