Original U.S. WWII M9 Hand Pyrotechnic Signal Flare Projector by G.R.B. Co. - Serial 14888C Brown Bess Musket Parts Belt Adjustable to approx sizes:

Belt Adjustable to approx sizes: 48-52

complete with an original M1906 Leather-Covered Scabbard

Serial Number: 6301

Inside the box are two cigarette compartments

This was pushed back and forth to pump air into the mask

Original U.S. WWII M9 Hand Pyrotechnic Signal Flare Projector by G.R.B. Co. - Serial 14888C Brown Bess Musket Parts Belt Adjustable to approx sizes:Original Item: Only One Available. Manufactured by G. R. B. Co. The M9 hand pyrotechnic launcher is a manually operated, muzzle loading projector developed by Eureka Vacuum Co. The device was used during WWII for projecting flares or signals for signaling between ground troops or front ground troop to aircraft. Like the M 8 Flare Pistol, it features a parkerized finish. Projector has no trigger and is fired by striking the rounded base of the hand