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Al Thompson · July 2, 2000, 08:13 PM

Hi all,

Found a flare gun at an antique store. The gun is a copper colored grip and frame, silver colored (steel?) 6 or 7 inch barrel. It's behind glass, so have not handled the gun yet. I forgot to write the manufacturer's name down, but it comes with two aluminum cases that have "Parachute Flare" written on the sides. Cases are about five inches long.

I *think* it was made by Hamilton, but am not sure.

Does not seem to be military. Looks like something a commercial ship would carry.

Questions - the rounds look to be 25.6mm or 30mm. Can I get more rounds for this? Is a price of $225 unreasonable? Any info would be appreciated..

Giz

July 2, 2000, 08:13 PM	#1
Al Thompson Staff Alumnus Join Date: May 2, 1999 Location: South Carolina Posts: 3,611	Hi all, Found a flare gun at an antique store. The gun is a copper colored grip and frame, silver colored (steel?) 6 or 7 inch barrel. It's behind glass, so have not handled the gun yet. I forgot to write the manufacturer's name down, but it comes with two aluminum cases that have "Parachute Flare" written on the sides. Cases are about five inches long. I think it was made by Hamilton, but am not sure. Does not seem to be military. Looks like something a commercial ship would carry. Questions - the rounds look to be 25.6mm or 30mm. Can I get more rounds for this? Is a price of $225 unreasonable? Any info would be appreciated.. Giz