Original French WWI Model 1917 Flare Signal Pistol by G. G. & Cie - Serial 11018 Category_Martini-Henry Rifles but is clearly for an

but is clearly for an artillery unit

next to a "Broad Arrow" proof

The original grip covering is completely intact

The liner is correct "high pressure" WWII issue and embossed with a W over mold number D 31

it is one of the brigades of the 35th Infantry Division

Original French WWI Model 1917 Flare Signal Pistol by G. G. & Cie - Serial 11018 Category_Martini-Henry Rifles but is clearly for anOriginal Item: Only One Available. Heavy Brass French signal pistol from the First World War. It is chambered for French 25 mm flare cartridges. It does not accept the 26. 5 mm cartridges currently available nor commercial 1 inch cartridges. The bore diameter is 26. 9 millimeters. This is one of several different French signal pistols with the M1917 model designation; this version has a 4 inch barrel. There is also a letter V over a small arc on the