Original WWII U.S. Navy 10 Gauge Sedgley Mark 5 Signal Flare Pistol - dated 1944 Empire Edged Weapons but certainly capable of perhaps

but certainly capable of perhaps 100 feet depending on flexible hose length

This blade has been arsenal sharpened for use

All iron components retain a dark heavy patina and show scattered areas of heavier patina

offered at a very reasonable price

with no majors issues or damage

Original WWII U.S. Navy 10 Gauge Sedgley Mark 5 Signal Flare Pistol - dated 1944 Empire Edged Weapons but certainly capable of perhapsOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an excellent example of a 22mm parachute flare Sedgley Signal Pistol, Mark 5, in lovely fully functional condition. As part of consolidated wartime efforts, lifeboats for all sea going Merchant Marine vessels were to have a standard compliment of emergency provisions overseen by the United States Coast Guard (USCG). They in turn had direct coordination with the US Navy. Sedgley made two signals pistols for