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

Targets included U-boat installations at Kiel

as well as the M5 for the M1 Garand

came to periscope depth to observe the enemy ship dead in the water

scratches and paint wear consistent with age and long service

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.