3 photos new British 1917 Dated WWI Webley & Scott 'No2-MkI' Flare/Signal Pistol. Webley Schermuly 12bore Single Shot Flare Pistol (R/H) - S/H (1) S/H Shetland Trade Seller 1 1/2 Flare pistol with proofed 12g adaptor used for firing bird scaring cartridges. This is a pair of extremely rare WWI Schermuly flare pistols fitted with extra long barrel extensions. to Collectors Headquarters. (pre-1899) hello: were the 1870 snider cavalry carbines rare with checkered stock and engraved sidelock? All orders are subject to acceptance by IMA Inc, which reserves the right to refuse any order. This slow introduction into commercial and military markets earned much confidence in the rockets, and by 1922, their use was prolific. Sign me up to the gunstar.co.uk newsletter, Send me offers and promotions from third parties. The compact system could project a half inch line up to three quarters of a mile away. Loaded, live round, but due to age and apparent poor storages sold as display item only and not safe for actual use. A short wire leader is attached to the U-frame and the shot line is attached to the wire, keeping it far enough from the rocket exhaust to avoid being burned. The Schermuly Rocket Pistol Apparatus (SPRA) fired a short blank cartridge which ejected the rocket, the rocket then ignited and propelled the line to the target ship, shore or person in distress. UPDATE: 4/22/2012 This gun isn't for sale on Gunbroker any longer, but this gun is Steven Johnson has a page on William Schermuly and his inventions. This is an old English made Schermuly Line Throwing Gun. The latter were originally large rubber bullets, but these were superseded by cylindrical projectiles made from PVC, which were found to be more accurate at long range and less likely to inflict lasting injury. Made by Schermuly on a brass framed signal (flare) pistol No.1 Mk III* with the addition of a steel barrel and handle. 5636) These flare gun based launchers replaced purpose built cannon and rockets used earlier. If you do not have a C&R FFL, then we can only ship guns made after 1898 to You can embed or download low-resolution images free of charge for private and non-commercial use under the IWM Non-Commercial Licence. Technically this is not a firearm and no FFL is needed. Holsters, We Produced during the 1920's and highly successful for the throwing of line from shore to ship, or ship. The unsanded stock has a mellow old oiled patina, but there is a missing chip on the left side along the barrel channel. Kite launching rockets deployed emergency radio aerial antennae. However, no complete list has been found of all approvals, so with only a few scattered examples the best I can do is estimate that this was circa 1960s-1980s, but I believe the basic model dates to 1952. III Trench flare pistol made by Cogswell & Harrison London. Cheers.InternetArchiveBot (Report bug) 02:46, 2 October 2017 (UTC)Reply[reply], During 73 war between Eygept and Israel, a naval officer (lut. *UK 2017 DEACTIVATION CERTIFICATED*. Lines were necessarily light to achieve maximum distance, and were often used to establish larger, sturdier lines. Overall fine condition, although bore is dirty, and some scrapes on the barrel paint. It was reborn many times with the demands of the Second World War. 1776 - 1941 (LogOut/ (LogOut/ Dubbed Lyles Life Saving Gun, it was a very important contribution to sea-faring communities, especially in a time when much trade and travel was conducted via waterway. He was famous for his invention of sea rescue, line throwing apparatus including rockets and flare pistols. This message was posted before February 2018. Despite achieving some success with the apparatus Schermuly wanted further improvements, especially in the ease of use department. He has saved many lives at sea. Not to mention that Schermuly also saw immense benefit in the visibility of a rocket being fired toward shore. It is a terrifying thought to be so close to shore, but trapped aboard a ship disintegrating with every crash of the waves. 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Personal use for non-commercial research and private study and other uses under the UKs exceptions to copyright and those exceptions to copyright in place where the user is located. Fun bit of kit, best not to fire them when wearing synthetic gloves though, as I discovered the hard way! This is a 37mm cartridge with the case about 1 1/8 long and overall length of 7 1/8. Billlion (talk) 15:47, 20 October 2016 (UTC)Reply[reply]. It is a simple shotgun-like device, designed to project riot control munitions, such as CS gas projectiles or, more commonly, baton rounds. Obviously there was room for improvement, and that was not lost upon William Schermuly a former seaman who was later quite involved in the pioneering of modern rocketry. Named for their inventor, West Point and MIT graduate First Lieutenant David A. Lyle, these guns were heavy, experienced massive recoil, and used a special type of blackpowder, making them a welcome rescue tool though difficult and cumbersome to use. Original Items: Only one set available. Also included is the tin case which measures approximately 19" x 7" x 25" which is complete with 4 unopened boxes of 250 1/2 inch line, 4 deactivated rockets, original instruction label and more! The Schermuly Pistol Rocket Apparatus (SPRA) was born and immediately began outperforming the competition, often doubling or tripling the distance of other ship-to-shore systems and demonstrating numerous advantages of old shore-to-ship systems such as the Lyle gun. Non-Commercial educational use for the purpose of teaching and instruction, including internal training. After all, aiming for shore requires much less precision than aiming for a boat, and lines fired inland might even be aided by the wind and enjoy a greater range. This was particularly demoralizing for a man quoted as saying, Lost ships can be replaced, but lives are gone forever. He was ignored by the powers that be of the British Navy and numerous other sources, largely due to the additional cost of outfitting ships with the new rockets. However, it is ultimately the responsibility of the buyer to be in compliance of laws that govern their specific location. Just the thing to spice up your flare gun collection. D 1460 - D Flare Pistol 26. The design is based on the WWI Webley MKIII* brass flare pistols of the same period however, this pair have much longer barrel extensions measuring 6.5 inches with the overall barrel length being 9 inches. British Schermuly Rocket Pistol Apparatus (SPRA) in very good condition. Schermulys invention didnt just disappear with the glory days of the British Empire. Not eligible for payment with Paypal or Amazon. IMA works diligently to be aware of these ever changing laws and obeys them accordingly. Lanyard loop. INERT- no flammable or explosive materials. When water-based transportation and shipping was so prevalent and important, the impact of his life saving devices cannot be overlooked, no matter how easy it may be do so in a modern world where that technology has largely been replaced. firearms are sold as collectors items only. William Schermuly 1857-1929 was one of the fathers of modern rocketry. 20069. 3/9/2023, Foreign Militaria (Other) Ordering See photo for details, including a small hole poked in the paper case- not a big deal, but we don't like to surprise people. BRITISH WW2 MILITARY ISSUED COMBINATION LINE THROWING AND FLARE GUN. 4/7/2023, Handguns When fired, the flash from the cartridge ignites the rocket motor which then travels up to 250 yards. In the UK, I believe that flare guns are actually illegal, and are thus not "commonly found in rescue kits". This law exempts antique firearms from any form of gun control or special engineering. Mechanism Top Lever. here for telephone contact information. The Schermuly Pistol Rocket Apparatus (SPRA) was born and immediately began outperforming the competition, often doubling or tripling the distance of other ship-to-shore systems and demonstrating numerous advantages of old shore-to-ship systems such as the Lyle gun. Creating a business account is free, and gives you access to an extended range of services and packages with better pricing. Schermuly selected a pistol sized firing device for its size, slapped a long barrel on it, and used the gases of a pistol-style cartridge (essentially a blank round) to eject the rocket from the barrel, penetrate the water-proof disc at its base, and ignite the propellant of now smaller, steel cased rocket. to customers outside the United States. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. Description. Category Other Guns. ANTIQUE- no FFL needed. This is a set that was issued but never used. The leading option was a short cannon of sorts, known as the Lyle Gun, which fired a 19-pound tethered projectile that sat on the muzzle. holders in your area, we may be able to help you find one willing to handle transfers. Buy new and used guns or search for gun dealers and shops. The drawing allow you easily identify your gun with the one in the book. British WWI 1916 Dated Brass 1 MkIII Trench Flare/Signal Pistol by Cogswell & Harrison London. It was only after the SS Rohilla sank after hitting a mine in 1914 that the British Admiralty placed their first order for Schermuly rockets to be placed aboard troop and hospital ships. The wood grips are made of mahogany. No sales in NJ. NOTE: THE ITEMS BELOW ARE "ANTIQUES" AND DO NOT REQUIRE A FFL FOR SHIPMENT. All Images and Text Copyright 2003-2023 International Military Antiques Inc. All Rights Reserved. By placing an order, the buyer represents that he/she is in compliance with the law and will utilize the items in a lawful manner. Both pistols are currently live having only just been discovered. The fire plume and smoke trail made the line easy to find for the rescuing surf crews. 12/7/2022, Accessories & Parts The example offered is a classic of this type of line throwing. I was going to include the riot gun, not sure why I forgot! This is a very Trench flare/signal pistol by gebruder & co suhl. here is another example, http://www.classic-firearms.co.uk/antique-classic-section-582-firearms.html. We assume no liability associated with misuse of our products. Scarce, Original, WW2 Imperial Japanese Navy, Second Variation Type 90 Triple Barrelled Flare/ Sign up to receive the latest news, advice and ads, straight to your inbox. This is a Schermuly type life saving line throwing gun which uses a small pistol type launcher firing a stubby impulse-ignition cartridge. Before firing, a rocket motor with an attached wire frame sticking back for attachment of the line is inserted in the muzzle. British Schermuly`S Wwi & 2 Line Throwing / Flare Gun For Sale at GunAuction.com - 11192178 NEW REDUCED PRICE, WAS $650 NOW $575 This is a RARE Square Butt, Shermuly's Line Throwing Rocket / Flare Gun. Scarce, Original, WW2 Imperial Japanese Navy, Second Variation Type 90 Triple Barrelled Flare/ Sign up to receive the latest news, advice and ads, straight to your inbox. Please see our. Excellent bore. (talk) 08:41, 2 October 2018 (UTC)Reply[reply], I can't seem to find where the term "Very pistol" comes from. It is also marked with serial number 80840 on the barrel and frame, and has the SCHERMULY'S PATENT information on the left side of the frame. It is of brass, and steel construction with walnut grips. As to the rest, an iconic fire that destroys a major landmark in a Swiss town and has an enormously well-known song written about it - that's notability. If you have any questions regarding this item, you should contact the Seller before bidding. 3/9/2023, US Militaria Overall, the pistol is in very good condition. Collectible Antique Handguns firearm that you want, let us know and we will hold it for you. Looping back to the green suited use of the Schermuly, Very interesting and often neglected subject. Change), You are commenting using your Twitter account. It didnt take long before the British Admiralty was eating crow and the SPRA was adopted into the standard equipment aboard the Royal Navy. WW2 Type 90 Japanese Naval DOUBLE Barrelled Flare / Signal pistol. It German Hebel 27mm Trench Flare/ Signal Pistol By 'Gebr. For questions or accessibility help - please call (908) 903-1200. Downloading audio-visual for non-commercial offline listening or viewing. (low melting point) And on one memorable occasion I came within a few steps of being brained by the metal sleeve for the rocket dropping out of the sky, Dont forget the early webley/schermuly riot guns too http://www.iwm.org.uk/collections/item/object/30032636, Occasionally the twecky household received stocks of shelf expired schermuly marine products to be (illegally, I am sure) disposed of on bonfire night. This was a gun that could shoot off lines over a distance of 250 yards. Add to Compare. This WWII line throwing gun is also rare, as most known variations have the original flaregun round butt on the frame. The new apparatus would utilize the quick-firing, weather-proof projectile less effected by wind, as well as the far-traveling, easy-to-see, virtually recoilless rocket that wouldnt snap the lifelines. militaria page, Collectible Dating from the 1920s this Schermuly Line Throwing Rocket Pistol has a brass frame and chamber, while the rocket tube, or barrel, is steel. However, a gun also introduced recoil, a bad thing on the deck of a wet ship, and to achieve a distance equal to that of a rocket required a massive powder charge that often risked breaking the line. Long story short, it worked. This is a rare schermuly flare gun / line throwing gun. Flare/Very/signal Pistol for Sale 15 results View all Flare/Very/signal Pistol Other Guns for sale all over the UK, in areas such as North West, Eastern, South East Create email alert Sort by 3 photos Kayaba Kogyo Company Type 90 28 mm Flare/Very/signal Pistol Category Other Guns Subcategory Flare/Very/signa. A handsome example of the classic military single shot flintlock pistol, albeit lacking specific identification. Schermuly made them from the 1920s up WW2 1944 U. S. Navy Sedgley MK IV 37mm Flare/ Signal Pistol. Note that while these were made after 1898, special provisions in federal law exempt them from the normal post-1898 handgun FFL procedures, and they can be ordered just like an antique firearm, without need for a FFL so we are listing them here: **NEW ADDITION** 7104 BRITISH SCHERMULY ROCKET PISTOL APPARATUS (SRPA) LINE THROWING GUN - Serial number 20148 made circa 1940-1960. whole: L: 82.2cms D 1439. This is a very WW1 Era German Hebel 27mm Trench Flare/ Signal Pistol. Price for Kilgore GR-52 line throwing pistol and one fired case is $265.00 (View Picture). The flare gun launcher fit the bill. Multiple types of line throwing devices have been invented over the years since 1807 when George Manby came up with a mortar for the purpose of line throwing, followed by David Lyles cannons in the 1870s and shoulder fired guns by Ingersoll, Coston and others in the0s and later. Use on websites that are primarily information-led, research-oriented and not behind a paywall. I made the following changes: When you have finished reviewing my changes, you may follow the instructions on the template below to fix any issues with the URLs. Carried in a case along with its rope and launcher, this looked like a giant, mounted bottle rocket and unfortunately, utilized a cardboard-type paper case. https://archive.org/stream/nasa_techdoc_19770026086/19770026086_djvu.txt, https://www.nps.gov/spar/learn/historyculture/david-lyle.htm, Rock Island Auction7819 42 Street WestRock Island, Illinois 61201USA1-309-797-1500, In the history of American arms, three weapons stand out above all the rest: the Kentucky rifle, the Colts revolver, and the Bowie knife, wrote, The sky above the trenches of France was a new frontier as World War 1 opened in 1914, with each side using lumbering, unarmed airplanes for, The Colt Walker revolver was the gun that relaunched Samuel Colts firearms business following the failure of his earlier Patent Arms Manufacturing. Everything, Longarms BL: 36.6cms Finally, he came up with a design that was small, easily aimed and fired, accurate and simple to use the Schermuly Rocket Pistol Apparatus. Title 18, U.S. Code, Section 921(a)(16) defines antique firearms as all guns manufactured prior to 1899. Today most ships have switched to Schermuly type rockets, but fired from a single-use plastic canister which is not subject to regulation as a firearm by gun-phobic foreign governments. The PAC Rocket used a 6 pound rocket motor to propel a steel line held aloft by a parachute to protect airfields and ships against dive bombers. This period of numerous rejections and disinterest, he dubbed, his heartbreak years. Eventually, early adopters began to step forward. A non gun, this is a WW1 Schermuly Flare Gun/Line thrower. A team of volunteer surf men sometimes had only hours to arrive on scene, often during nightmarish weather conditions, and perform a sea rescue from the beach. There are also stories of attaching a grappling hook of sorts to it and firing it over barbed wire so that it could be more easily pulled away. Notice- Because of bureaucratic requirements, we cannot sell cartridge firearms The penjector is fitted with a stainless-steel spring and striker pin. Gun magazine laws, concealed weapons laws, laws governing new made display guns, airsoft guns, blank fire guns, and other items vary greatly by nation, state and locality. Ruger 10-22 DSP SP classic .22LR semi automatic sporting rifle. Very scarce and no information found after a diligent search of everything I could think of. Hebel 27mm Trench Flare/ Signal Pistol By \'Gebr.R\' Gebruder Rempt Suhl. fired a short blank cartridge which ejected the rocket, the rocket then ignited and propelled the line to the target ship, shore or person in distress. William Schermuly still envisioned a simpler device that eliminated faults in his design, which was not very durable, prone to cross winds, and took 5-10 seconds to ignite. Gvjschermuly@gmail.com thanks. & Model Rocket flare fir. They are about identical, a rear impact by a pin, similar to a revolver , propels a signal. ( Sn. All subscriptions are optional, and can be terminated at any time. http://www.iwm.org.uk/collections/item/object/30032636. The basic design is typical of all European military pistols of the period, but has a swivel ring on the butt for a lanyard, and there are no provisions for a ramrod. Following his lead, numerous ship-borne devices became available to save grounded ships, but they were inaccurate, prone to water damage, complicated, or worse. Arms Collectors 1 Mark I signal pistol with a shoulder stock, or the No. We assume no liability for accidents or injuries resulting from If you have a Curio & Relic FFL, we can ship items considered by the BATF This is a December 1918 dated example with the top wad markings clean and legible. Perhaps if someone has a source, an explanation for that term can be added to the article? Books on This would probably clean up with some steel wool and WD-40. These guns were used by the Royal Navy and other military units during WW1. Please search through our online catalog today and find your own piece of military or maritime history. This example shows a 1 5/8" bore in the 13" barrel. This is a very useful and accurately researched book on this specialized topic, which we use every time we encounter any flare or signal gun, and one that anyone interested in Flare or Signal guns needs in their library. These would have been used in the Royal Flying Corps signal guns, either for signaling from the ground to aircraft or vice versa. This slow introduction into commercial and military markets earned much confidence in the rockets, and by 1922, their use was prolific. It was reported that the boat exploded and sunked from this act. Loaded, live round, but due to age and expired status sold as display item only and not safe for actual use. 64.26.148.160 18:27, 17 December 2006 (UTC)Reply[reply], The article seems to become a magnet for "a flare gun is used in game/film x" which to me does not seem to have a place in a serious encyclopedia article on the subject.Billlion (talk) 05:27, 16 June 2010 (UTC)Reply[reply], The section on the Frank Zappa incident might be important i the history of Frank Zappa but to me it does not seem that important in the long history of vary pistols. Light to moderate wear throughout. So only fair I give him a mention especially as he went on to invent items that have saved so many lives over the years. 1 Mark III flare signal pistol marked SPRA for the Schermuly Pyrotechnic Rocket Association on the frame and commercial crown proofs on the barrel. Sn:5636. This example shows the commerical proofs on the barrel and the crown 1S79 British Gov inspectors mark . Despite being given a stiff ignoring by the Admiralty So he did what anyone would do took the best of both inventions and combined them. cartridge belts, etc on our collectible Caliber / Gauge: 1 Barrel Length: 12" Serial Number: 10821. any other paperwork required in your area before allowing you to take possession. Then again, for something designed to withstand being . For details on how we use your data, please see our, 2023 gunstar.co.uk - all rights reserved - a member of the Friday-Ad network|, I would like to receive the newsletter for savings opportunities and suggestions. 3/9/2023, US Militaria The word Schermuly is synonymous with an illumination parachute flare but where does it come from? What is the difference in the "process"? William Schermuly's previous line throwing inventions were pretty bulky and he wanted to perfect a device which a child could use. Poor Sir Thomas Crapper How exemplary work lives on in peoples mind(shaped by language): The origins of the word crap is not entirely known, but it is known that it was commonly used in England to refer to rubbish or chaff, but fell out of use in the 16th century, long before Thomas Crapper and his company came along. There were numerous signal flares, various uses for projected lines, and perhaps most pleasing to the inventor, several ways to aid seamen in peril on the sea, such as lifeboat distress signals and self-inflating life rafts that automatically fired rocket propelled lines into the water so that the crew could pull themselves aboard. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This is the blog archive from Think Defence, maintained here for reference purposes. The level shows the proper elevationto hold the flare gun when it is used as a line thrower. His invention was usually ignored by the Admiralty, but by 1922 was used by 22 leading shipping lines. Your last viewed and saved ads will appear here, Your last viewed and saved searches will appear here, Please select a location from the drop-down list. Both are still in fabulous condition and in perfect working order. CARTRIDGE, 1 in. From ship to shore: The biography of William Schermuly and the history of the Schermuly Pistorl Rocket Apparatus Ltd.London: Victoria House Printing. INVENTED BY WILLIAM SCHERMULY BORN IN 1847 AND DIED IN 1929 . Basement Despite being given a stiff ignoring by the Admiralty, by 1922 the Schermuly Line Throwing device was in widespread use in the shipping industry with the first sales coming in 1912. Within a year the business was stable. Your last viewed and saved ads will appear here, Your last viewed and saved searches will appear here, Please select a location from the drop-down list. (LogOut/ This message is updated dynamically through the template {{source check}} (last update: 18 January 2022). Prices: British Pounds, Arundel Militaria. His rockets would propel grapnel hooks, which were used by U.S. Rangers on D-Day. This is a scarce, commercial proofed British No. 1. This product is not available for international shipping. However, it was not enough. He invented several different line throwing devices, some of which were used in WWI for such things as throwing telephone lines from trench to trench while under fire. After leaving the sea in 1880, he of course had a soft spot for the men who still earned their living there and often risked their lives. For details on how we use your data, please see our, 2023 gunstar.co.uk - all rights reserved - a member of the Friday-Ad network|, I would like to receive the newsletter for savings opportunities and suggestions, Sign me up to the gunstar.co.uk newsletter, Send me offers and promotions from third parties. Not to mention, that crews were not available in every town. Crapper & Co Ltd. Overall excellent condition. IMA considers all antique guns offered on our website as non-firing, inoperable and/or inert. He had served aboard vessels at sea and knew of how many lives were lost each year due to shipwrecks. SERIAL NUMBER 21701. The Merchant Shipping Act of 1929 enforced a requirement for all ships to carry a line throwing apparatus, 19 days later, William Schermuly dies, his lifes work of saving sailors lives complete. Despite his success at the exposition, Schermuly saw virtually no interest in his invention. Digital files of films and sound recordings are available at cost depending on intended use. In 1929, just 19 days before he died, the Admiralty made it compulsory for all vessels over 500 tons to carry line throwers. To improve his rocket powered line thrower, many issues that plagued early rocketry students arose. This period of numerous rejections and disinterest, he dubbed, his heartbreak years. Eventually, early adopters began to step forward. British 1917 Dated WWI Webley & Scott No2-MkI Flare/Signal Pistol. 5636) . During the Great War, the Canadian Army even began using them to throw telephone lines from trench to trench to avoid exposing troops to enemy fire. 2.8 Relby-V10 Targeting Rifle (Schermuly Multi-Purpose Gun) 3 Other Weapons 3.1 Scatter Gun (Franchi SPAS-12) 3.2 Smart Rocket (M20B1 "Super Bazooka") Blaster Pistols BlasTech DH-17 Blaster Pistol (C1 Submachine Gun) The Sterling SMG -based DH-17 pistol is one of the first weapons players can unlock, available at rank 3. By downloading or embedding any image, you agree to the terms and conditions of the IWM Non Commercial Licence, including your use of the attribution statement specified by IWM. you certify that you understand and agree to these terms. This is a very rare example of an Imperial Japanese Navy double barrelled 28mm Flare/ Signal pistol.. 745. Thompson, C. R. (1946). After February 2018, "External links modified" talk page sections are no longer generated or monitored by InternetArchiveBot. 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