Original U.S. WWII M9 Hand Pyrotechnic Signal Flare Projector by G.R.B. Co. - Serial 14888C Russian Field Gear 1 March 1943

1 March 1943

2nd Issue guns were serial numbered consecutively after the 1st Issue

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overall worn metal finish with all proofs still present

Original U.S. WWII M9 Hand Pyrotechnic Signal Flare Projector by G.R.B. Co. - Serial 14888C Russian Field Gear 1 March 1943Original Item: Only One Available. Manufactured by G. R. B. Co. The M9 hand pyrotechnic launcher is a manually operated, muzzle loading projector developed by Eureka Vacuum Co. The device was used during WWII for projecting flares or signals for signaling between ground troops or front ground troop to aircraft. Like the M 8 Flare Pistol, it features a parkerized finish. Projector has no trigger and is fired by striking the rounded base of the hand