Original German WWI Belgian Occupation Lille Depot Manufactured Ersatz Flare Pistol - Serial 16224 German Artwork & Posters stained and missing sections

stained and missing sections

and was used to repair and stabilize some cracks around the ramrod

An associated problem was that the sponge rubber collected perspiration in an unsatisfactory manner

This is an attractive buckle

gilt chin inner lining with original maker's label W

Original German WWI Belgian Occupation Lille Depot Manufactured Ersatz Flare Pistol - Serial 16224 German Artwork & Posters stained and missing sectionsOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a fine example of an Ersatz Flare Pistol manufactured during the war. It is mostly cast and lacks the detailed finish as seen on earlier weapons. These flare pistol's were manufactured in occupied Belgium for the German forces in the field at the Lille Depot. It is 13" overall with heavy steel barrel with a side mounted push button latch and hinge opening. The pistol is armed by pulling back a heavy spring