US WW2 37-mm Pistol, Pyrotechnic, M8 Martini-Henry Rifles intentional removal of markings

intentional removal of markings

Most in stamped on inner flap:

Maker's Marks and WW1 dates

and is one of the main features that distinguishes the M1A1 Thompson from the earlier M1

US WW2 37-mm Pistol, Pyrotechnic, M8 Martini-Henry Rifles intentional removal of markingsOriginal item: The standard US big bore signal pistol of WW2. 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 M S. W. C. U. S. PROPERTY PISTOL PYROTECHNIC M8 This sample is unusual in that most are marked AN M8, indicating that it has been adopted by both the Army and Navy. This piece is in very good condition, but needs cleaning. The M8 pistol includes a rare