This is a 37mm WWII Era International Flare Signal Co. Flare Pistol. Some collectors refer to this as the "Model 52" not because it was designed in 1952 but that at one time this gun was part of the International No. 52 marine distress signal kit.
Break open operation, featuring brass and nickel construction. Embossed on both sides of the crosshatch grip in raised letters: INTERNATIONAL FLARE SIGNAL CO. TIPPECANCE CITY OHIO. 10 3/4 inch overall length with an 8 3/8 inch barrel. Black painted barrel with very little paint loss. Excellent markings and condition with only a few very minor surface blemishes. Serial number PF 5464. Comes complete with its original rope lanyard and three un-fired flares in a wartime wooden box.
