Conceived, developed and manufactured in 1942, the "Flare Pistol, 45 Caliber" (FP-45) was envisioned as a disposable weapon, to be thrown en-masse out of the back of low-flying aircraft in occupied nations, boxed with ammunition, a text-free "comic strip" instruction sheet, and a dowel rod to serve as an extractor. Ideally, an oppressed citizen of the occupied land would find the pistol, ambush a German with it, and take their much nicer service weapons for further mischief and mayhem behind the main lines. The pistol is devoid of markings, with two oiler holes on the right and left sides of the frame, and a hollow grip for ammunition storage. Includes very scarce original Liberator picture box, picture instructions with correct "WHITING MUTUAL BOND" watermark, and a small wooden bore rod.

Excellent. 98% plus original phosphate finish remains overall. Show small surface scratches, and rub marks otherwise. Mechanically excellent. Box is very good with visibly fine picture and moderate edge and corner compression wear. Instruction sheet is fine with some scattered spots of discoloration and a small tear.