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This artifact was aquired by the donor while serving aboard the U.S.S. Sustain (AM 119) during World War II. The artifact was worn by a German pilot rescued by the crew of the Sustain.

Display Status

This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.

Object Details

Country of Origin

Germany

Type

EQUIPMENT-Survival

Physical Description

Double barrel flare pistol; black steel with brown plastic grips.

Dimensions

3-D: 28.6 x 7.6 x 16.5cm (11 1/4 x 3 x 6 1/2 in.)

Materials

BARREL - STEEL
HAND GRIPS - PLASTIC

Inventory Number

A19760041000

Credit Line

Donated by F. Eugene Davis

Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

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