Original U.S. WWII M8 Pyrotechnic 37mm Flare Signal Pistol by Eureka Vacuum With Flare Casings & WWII Aircraft Stowage Compartment Italian Flags giving it a length of

giving it a length of 35" when fully extended and only 10 1/2" when fully closed/compressed

Our exclusive reproduction features a heavy paddle shaped blade with folding

Other correct WW2 features include cotton herringbone twill (HBT) OD Green #3 cloth suspension

This example bears the West Köln-Aachen sleeve patch

with fouling and oxidation consistent with long service in the tropical regions

Original U.S. WWII M8 Pyrotechnic 37mm Flare Signal Pistol by Eureka Vacuum With Flare Casings & WWII Aircraft Stowage Compartment Italian Flags giving it a length ofOriginal Item: Only One Set Available. This is a fantastic M8 Flare Signal Pistol set! The set includes the Signal Pistol, six spent 37mm flare casings, and best of all; a WWII Aircraft Stowage Compartment! Very nice condition 37mm big bore signal pistol of WW2. 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 C V (Date Obliterated) U. S.