Original U.S. WWII 1942 dated M8 Pyrotechnic 37mm Flare Signal Pistol by Eureka Vacuum - Serial E-091488 Ammunition to comment on page 185

to comment on page 185 in the book Colt Pistols that

with a solid stock

with light wear from use and age

Targets included U-boat installations at Kiel

Original U.S. WWII 1942 dated M8 Pyrotechnic 37mm Flare Signal Pistol by Eureka Vacuum - Serial E-091488 Ammunition to comment on page 185Original Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice condition M8 37mm big bore signal pistol, as used during WWII. The barrel has studs for attachment to a flare port in the fuselage of large aircraft such as bombers. The right side of the frame is marked inside a triangle: E C V C 1942 U. S. PROPERTY PISTOL PYROTECHNIC M 8 This example is offered in good fully functional condition, and is marked on the spine of the grip with SERIAL No. E 091488.