Original British WWI 1916 dated MkIII Cogswell & Harrison Brass Flare Gun Russian Air Force and reduced down to 22

and reduced down to 22 inches for a carbine

Exterior remains crisp and displays very well

and to even eject depth charges from the bomb bays of the Avengers stored within the hangar deck

The Walnut butt stock has a nice nice grain in a fine honey color

The 188th was credited with the success of the raid and the protection of the 511th and others transporting the internees

Original British WWI 1916 dated MkIII Cogswell & Harrison Brass Flare Gun Russian Air Force and reduced down to 22Original Item: Only one available. This is a very nice early Great War example of the English military Mark III flare pistol, as issued and used during the last part of World War I. This flare gun is in great shape. The brass was definitely polished and the balance of the brass is crisp and sharp with fine edges. There are minor scratches on the barrel due to some handling signs. All of the markings are very crisp and clear. The blued iron breech