Item Description
Original Item: Only One Available. Well this is something that we have only had a couple times before! Most are familiar with the large 37mm Signal Flare pistols made by International Flare-Signal Co., but this is a much smaller "M2" model, with a frame and 2 1/4" "barrel" made entirely of plated brass. Instead of having a breech that opens, the flare on these are muzzle loaded, with the rim of the casing held in place by a brass latch on the left side of the pistol. Also unlike the larger version, these are double action, and even have a grip safety. They were designed for "Driggs-Faber" type 2 inch long flares, about 37mm in diameter.
The plating appears to be covering the original model information on the left side of the barrel.
The bakelite grip scales give the full manufacturer information:
INTERNATIONAL FLARE-SIGNAL CO.
TIPPECANOE CITY, OHIO
DRIGGS
FABER
SYSTEM
MADE IN U.S.A.
PATENT NO. 1712382
The pistol measures about 7 inches tall, and 5 inches long. It is in very good overall
condition, in complete working order with firing pin still present, though it is worn. Very interesting and ready to display!
- This product is available for international shipping.
No Sales to New Jersey
Totally inert, cannot be converted to an explosive device, not available for export. This item is completely legal within the USA. International Military Antiques, Inc observes all Federal, State and Local laws. Everything for sale on ima-usa.com is completely legal to own, trade, transport and sell within the United States of America.
All deactivated ordnance sold by IMA, Inc is engineered to be inoperable according to guidelines provided by the US Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (BATF).
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