Original German WWII Flare Pistol Cartridge Bakelite Canister - Red Hand Select:No Although still in use in

Although still in use in some Constabularies most have been superseded by the "Ball Top" and then the "Comb Top" models

where his shells are today

C stenciled on front and rear representing the Royal Ulster Constabulary

taken for use as the water can to accompany the Vickers Machine Gun

Colors and styles will vary somewhat

Original German WWII Flare Pistol Cartridge Bakelite Canister - Red Hand Select:No Although still in use inOriginal Item: German WW2 signal pistol cartridge canister, constructed of black Bakelite (or Vascelite) with screw top and waterproof seal designed to hold five 27mm flare cartridges (star shells). Bakelite marked with maker codes. Nicely marked paper labels with wartime dates and varying batch (rate) numbers. Red star label (for red colored flares). Unissued condition having been in storage for over 70 years.