Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this flare gun for a penny start auction, this is the model 11.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: The
Model: 11
Serial: D12303
Date of Manufacture: 1951
Caliber: Flare
Finish: Black
Barrel Length: 6"
Stock/Grips: Black Synthetic
Action: Single Shot
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The 1951 Polish flare gun is a compact, purpose-built single-shot signal pistol from the immediate post-war era that reflects the austere, utilitarian design common to military and civil-defense ordnance of the period: normally a break-open, hinge-type pistol that loads a single blank or signal cartridge into a short, smoothbore barrel, it was built to be rugged, simple to operate, and utterly reliable in adverse conditions. Constructed mostly from stamped or machined steel with a basic latch and extractor mechanism and often finished in a dark parkerized or blued coating, the pistol was intended for use by sailors, aircrew, and ground units to fire parachute flares, smoke signals, or illumination rounds at night — the bright, high-angle signature of the fired flare made it invaluable for rescue, signaling, and battlefield communication long before modern electronics. Controls are intentionally minimal: a robust top or side latch to unlock the breach, a swinging barrel or frame that exposes the chamber, and a simple external hammer or striker and trigger; many examples include a positive safety catch or an interlock to prevent accidental discharge when carried. Ergonomically the grip is short and blocky for glove-friendly handling, sometimes fitted with a wooden or bakelite insert to improve purchase, and the sights (if present) are rudimentary — the device is aimed by pointing rather than precision co-aiming, since flares are lofted on a ballistic arc to a chosen sector of sky. Markings on authentic 1951 Polish examples often include factory stamps, a year code, and government acceptance proofs; those stamps are important to collectors for dating and verifying provenance, and condition ranges from service-worn naval pieces with salt corrosion to well-preserved museum examples with intact finish. Functionally simple and easy to maintain, these pistols were valued for decades by military and civilian services alike; today they turn up in collections and at surplus sales, where their historic interest, solid mechanical design, and unmistakable silhouette make them desirable to militaria enthusiasts — but prospective owners should remember that the legal status of signal pistols and their ammunition varies widely by country and locale, so it’s wise to check regulations before acquiring or attempting to fire one.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Model: 11
Serial: D12303
Date of Manufacture: 1951
Caliber: Flare
Finish: Black
Barrel Length: 6"
Stock/Grips: Black Synthetic
Action: Single Shot
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The 1951 Polish flare gun is a compact, purpose-built single-shot signal pistol from the immediate post-war era that reflects the austere, utilitarian design common to military and civil-defense ordnance of the period: normally a break-open, hinge-type pistol that loads a single blank or signal cartridge into a short, smoothbore barrel, it was built to be rugged, simple to operate, and utterly reliable in adverse conditions. Constructed mostly from stamped or machined steel with a basic latch and extractor mechanism and often finished in a dark parkerized or blued coating, the pistol was intended for use by sailors, aircrew, and ground units to fire parachute flares, smoke signals, or illumination rounds at night — the bright, high-angle signature of the fired flare made it invaluable for rescue, signaling, and battlefield communication long before modern electronics. Controls are intentionally minimal: a robust top or side latch to unlock the breach, a swinging barrel or frame that exposes the chamber, and a simple external hammer or striker and trigger; many examples include a positive safety catch or an interlock to prevent accidental discharge when carried. Ergonomically the grip is short and blocky for glove-friendly handling, sometimes fitted with a wooden or bakelite insert to improve purchase, and the sights (if present) are rudimentary — the device is aimed by pointing rather than precision co-aiming, since flares are lofted on a ballistic arc to a chosen sector of sky. Markings on authentic 1951 Polish examples often include factory stamps, a year code, and government acceptance proofs; those stamps are important to collectors for dating and verifying provenance, and condition ranges from service-worn naval pieces with salt corrosion to well-preserved museum examples with intact finish. Functionally simple and easy to maintain, these pistols were valued for decades by military and civilian services alike; today they turn up in collections and at surplus sales, where their historic interest, solid mechanical design, and unmistakable silhouette make them desirable to militaria enthusiasts — but prospective owners should remember that the legal status of signal pistols and their ammunition varies widely by country and locale, so it’s wise to check regulations before acquiring or attempting to fire one.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
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