Original WWII Australian ANZAC 1942 dated MkIII* C.S.R. Brass Flare Signal Pistol German Uniforms It became obsolete in 1918

It became obsolete in 1918 with the dissolution of the Austro-Hungarian Empire

with the leather having dried out long ago

no markings or identifications were found on either item

for something else

Barrel Length: 24 ½ inches

Original WWII Australian ANZAC 1942 dated MkIII* C.S.R. Brass Flare Signal Pistol German Uniforms It became obsolete in 1918Original Item. Only One Available. This is a very nice WWII produced example of the Australian military Mark III* flare pistol, as issued and used during the last part of World War I and early in WWII by British and Commonwealth Forces. This is one of the most iconic models of signal pistols in history. The pistol is fully marked, with maker markings, and DD Broad Arrow Australian Military proof marks. This particular Mark III* signal pistol was