Early Italian Very Pistol - dated ? 1894

[signalman]

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.

[Dr.E13]

Evidence indicates the Very system (flares & Pistol) was patented in Italy circa 1879.

[bergler]

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.

[bergler]

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[Dr.E13]

The holster is fantastic. Glad to see it.

Thanks.

[signalman]

Hello, Actually I believe your holster is for this model.

I also have a holster for this one.