Original U.S. WWII 37mm Zinc Flare Signal Pistol by Sklar of Los Angeles with Inert Spent Cartridge - dated 1944 U.S. Flags as well as 4 R

as well as 4 R over H C

There is lots of engraving on the lock

Blade length is approximately 25 3/4 inches and overall length of 35 3/4 inches

This was especially problematic due to the ubiquity of artillery salvos on the battlefield

Heavy Stamped steel two-piece hilt with muzzle ring

Original U.S. WWII 37mm Zinc Flare Signal Pistol by Sklar of Los Angeles with Inert Spent Cartridge - dated 1944 U.S. Flags as well as 4 ROriginal Item: Only One Available. Here we have an excellent condition 37mm WWII Era Skylar Signal Flare Pistol., which was painted matte black overall some time ago to protect the body from oxidation. Break open operation, featuring zinc construction. Embossed on both sides above the crosshatched grip in raised letters: SKLAR SIGNAL PISTOL SAN FRANCISCO. Measures 10 3 4 inch overall length with an 8 1 8 inch barrel. Excellent markings and condition,