Original WWI British Western Front Trench Wooden Gas Attack Warning Rattle - Dated 1917 Lock Assembly Always considered the rarest Martini

Always considered the rarest Martini variety of all

First worn in combat by British and Canadian troops on D-Day

Each slide contains photos or sketches of both allied and axis ships

Barrel and action retain much original brown/blue finish

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Original WWI British Western Front Trench Wooden Gas Attack Warning Rattle - Dated 1917 Lock Assembly Always considered the rarest MartiniOriginal Item: Only One Available. Commonly known as a Gas Rattle this is a hand cranked wood framed instrument consisting of two star shaped tumblers and two tensioned wood slats that, when cranked, make the most awful ear splitting noise. Traditionally hated by all who hear it, the purpose was to get one's attention as quickly as possible and this sound became the universal signal on the Western Front to warn of an incoming gas attack. Hopefully