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Eureka Vacuum AN-M8 Pyrotechnic Pistol

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:50.00 USD Estimated At:100.00 - 200.00 USD
Eureka Vacuum AN-M8 Pyrotechnic Pistol
#E-142083 WWII and later era U.S. military double-action-only top-break 37mm flare pistol developed primarily for aircraft use. Features a 4 1/8" barrel, steel frame with aluminum grip straps, smooth trigger w/ guard, concealed hammer, checkered black synthetic grips. Two latches on top, one to open the action, one to release from an aircraft flare port mount. The right side of the frame is marked "EVCC / U.S. PROPERTY / PISTOL PYROTECHNIC M-8" in a large triangle and the butt is stamped "P" with crossed cannons mark. Bore is very good condition with little roughness. Steel parts retain 80% dark bluing with bare metal on high spots, scratches and small areas of patina forming in places. The black painted grip straps retain approximately 60% finish. Grips are excellent condition. Overall condition is Very Good.