Original U.S. WWII M8 Pyrotechnic 37mm Flare Signal Pistol by Eureka Vacuum With Flare Casings & WWII Aircraft Stowage Compartment British Field Gear This same black washer occurs

This same black washer occurs near the cast aluminum pommel cap as well

the sling swivels have been removed

these are very hard to find with their original quill back blades intact

While somewhat odd looking

the air force began to rebuild

Original U.S. WWII M8 Pyrotechnic 37mm Flare Signal Pistol by Eureka Vacuum With Flare Casings & WWII Aircraft Stowage Compartment British Field Gear This same black washer occursOriginal 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.