WW2 GERMAN FLARE/SIGNAL PISTOL
HISTORY
The Leuchtpistole (meaning "signal pistol") is a break-action flare gun of German origin developed before and during WWII.
Explosive munitions were developed for the flare gun during WWII, an idea which would eventually evolve the weapon into a grenade launcher as the Kampfpistole (meaning "combat pistol") and later as an anti-tank weapon, the Sturmpistole (meaning "assault pistol").
Designed in 1926, the Leuchtpistole, with its break-open barrel, was entered into service in 1928 as the Model Heer 26 (Heer meaning "Army", and 26 referring to the design year, 1926). Its barrel length made them rather cumbersome to use, so it was cut down. This shortened barrel length carried over to later production models of the Leuchtpistole.
ITEM DESCRIPTION
Nice quality flare/signal pistol in excellent condition. Waffenampt stamped and still retaining its lanyard.
Flare/signal pistols are experiencing the latest collecting boom with British/Commonwealth examples fetching around $850-$1000 with WW1 and WW2 German more desirable and less plentiful braking into the $1500 and upwards.
* Please note for buyers outside of WA Please check with your firearms branch in your state for any licensing requirements before purchasing as they vary from state to state, also this item cannot be posted with Australia Post and will e posted with Pack and Send at a cost of $100 anywhere in Australia.