Belgian design weapon also manufactured in Germany Standard issue German flare pistol of the First World War. Used for signalling and illuminating battlefields at night. Continued in service in WW2 although replaced by later models. FL mark refers to maufacturer
Marks and Stamps: (L side of frame) FL + Serial no| Accession Number: 121 | Period of Use: 1914 - 1945 |
| Type: Flare pistol | War Zones: First World War; |
| Country of Origin: Germany | Type Date: 1894 |
| Manufacturer: unknown | Serial Number: 6087 |
| Manufacture Date: unknown | Calibre/Ammunition: 26.5mm |
| Weight: | Length Overall: 351mm |
| Cyclic Rate: single shot | Length Barrel: 229mm |
| Deactivation Certificate Number: CG 17845 |