Original German WWI Model 1894 Hebel Flare Signal Pistol - Serial 11530 U.S. Equipment however the original German proofs

however the original German proofs are still visible in many areas

carrying out bombing missions in Algeria and Tunisia as part of Twelfth Air Force during the North African Campaign

coined the 'grasshopper' name after witnessing a bumpy landing

Bore is bright and shiny with strong rifling

History of the 3rd Division during WWI - The Rock of the Marne:

Original German WWI Model 1894 Hebel Flare Signal Pistol - Serial 11530 U.S. Equipment however the original German proofsOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very good condition WWI Imperial German Model 1894 Hebel flare pistol. These were manufactured by many different companies, not all of which can be identified from the markings along. This eample is serial marked 11530 on the left side of the frame and on the underside of the barrel latch. Also the screws and pins are marked with shortened serial number 30. There are multiple small proof marks (faded) on