Original U.S. WWII 1942 dated M8 Pyrotechnic 37mm Flare Signal Pistol by Eureka Vacuum - Serial E-091488 MG 42 Ammo Storage This example was cast as

This example was cast as a single piece of aluminum

They introduced physical exercise and every rating was required to do a Cutlass Drill

Originally used with a minimal hemp padded cushion liner secured by ribbons this is now absent

south west of Paris on 20 June 1940

Original U.S. WWII 1942 dated M8 Pyrotechnic 37mm Flare Signal Pistol by Eureka Vacuum - Serial E-091488 MG 42 Ammo Storage This example was cast asOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice condition M8 37mm big bore signal pistol, as used during WWII. The barrel has studs for attachment to a flare port in the fuselage of large aircraft such as bombers. The right side of the frame is marked inside a triangle: E C V C 1942 U. S. PROPERTY PISTOL PYROTECHNIC M 8 This example is offered in good fully functional condition, and is marked on the spine of the grip with SERIAL No. E 091488.