This is an Early Italian Very Pistol, It is the same Double End style as the US 1882 Very Pistol. The double end style allowed easily loading, and reloading, using a fresh unfired cartridge as the extractor for the expended cartridge.
These were made with a Handgrip welded to the barrel, but most were removed as it was clumsy, and the pistol would not fit in a holster with the handle.
This appears to be dated 1894, but it may be a serial number, or dated at some time after production. I believe the gun was actually manufactured much earlier because of its resemblance to the 1882 USA model, and the fact Very Patented his pistol in Europe in the late 1870's. I also think this pistol pre-dated the Italian flare pistol with the 1889 Bodeo style grips.
Early Italian Very Pistol - dated ? 1894
Early Italian Very Pistol - dated ? 1894
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Re: Early Italian Very Pistol - dated ? 1894
Evidence indicates the Very system (flares & Pistol) was patented in Italy circa 1879.
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Dr.E13
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Re: Early Italian Very Pistol - dated ? 1894
I believe this is the correct Holster for this flare gun. It was designed to fit the flare gun even when it still had the welded handle on top.
I only have the Holster, still Need the gun.
I only have the Holster, still Need the gun.
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Re: Early Italian Very Pistol - dated ? 1894
The holster is fantastic. Glad to see it.
Thanks.
Thanks.
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Dr.E13
Dr.E13
Re: Early Italian Very Pistol - dated ? 1894
Hello, Actually I believe your holster is for this model.
I also have a holster for this one.
I also have a holster for this one.
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I am still looking for ANY information regarding the European Use of the Original Costons flares from 1859 through 1881. Photo's, Patents, contracts & orders, ANY INFORMATION IS NEEDED ! !
I am still looking for ANY information regarding the European Use of the Original Costons flares from 1859 through 1881. Photo's, Patents, contracts & orders, ANY INFORMATION IS NEEDED ! !