| Accession Number | REL/02360 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Technology |
| Object type | Firearm |
| Conflict |
First World War, 1914-1918 |
British Signal Pistol
Description
British break open signal pistol with a brass frame and bell mouthed barrel. The frame is stamped on the left side with SPRA within an oval and a London proof mark. The barrel appears to have been cut back at the muzzle and has a British nitro Proof stamp on the left side. The grips are black checkered bone held to the frame with a single screw bolt and it has a lanyard ring on the butt.
History / Summary
This pistol was possibly made in Europe for the British market.