Original U.S. WWII 1942 dated M8 Pyrotechnic 37mm Flare Signal Pistol by Eureka Vacuum - Serial E-091488 Category_Water Jacket Assembly Here is a fantastic account

Here is a fantastic account of the 47th Squadron flying against the Bolsheviks in the Russian Civil War:

and the "spoon" has clear markings on the top

The M1895 used a tilting bolt to lock into position when firing

It has a brass plain frame with a "spur" trigger and flat bottom grips made of a very fine "Burl" Walnut

Original U.S. WWII 1942 dated M8 Pyrotechnic 37mm Flare Signal Pistol by Eureka Vacuum - Serial E-091488 Category_Water Jacket Assembly Here is a fantastic accountOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice condition M8 37mm big bore signal pistol, as used during WWII. 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 inside a triangle: E C V C 1942 U. S. PROPERTY PISTOL PYROTECHNIC M 8 This example is offered in good fully functional condition, and is marked on the spine of the grip with SERIAL No. E 091488.