Original German WWII Flare Pistol Cartridge Bakelite Canister - Red Hand Select:No This attracted dust and debris

This attracted dust and debris

Began in 1898 they are known as the

some of these trial samples were used in combat by airborne troops at Arnhem and elsewhere

Excellent/Very good Condition

these web components were produced by many different manufacturers so expect variations in the various shades of Khaki you may receive

Original German WWII Flare Pistol Cartridge Bakelite Canister - Red Hand Select:No This attracted dust and debrisOriginal Item: German WW2 signal pistol cartridge canister, constructed of black Bakelite (or Vascelite) with screw top and waterproof seal designed to hold five 27mm flare cartridges (star shells). Bakelite marked with maker codes. Nicely marked paper labels with wartime dates and varying batch (rate) numbers. Red star label (for red colored flares). Unissued condition having been in storage for over 70 years.