WW2 British No 3 Mk5 Berridge and Company Flare Pistol With Holster ANTIQUE NO PERMIT REQUIRED

The WW2 British No 3 Mk5 Berridge and Company Flare Pistol is a signal pistol that was issued to British and Commonwealth military forces during the Second World War. Manufactured by Berridge and Company, this model features a robust all-metal construction with a break-action mechanism for loading single flares. The pistol has a lanyard ring at the base of the grip and is marked with manufacturer and model details, indicating its period production. This example is offered complete with its original holster, typically made of leather, designed for secure carriage and ready access in field conditions. Flare pistols played an essential role in wartime communication, used for signaling, illumination, and coordination under combat circumstances. Classified as an antique, this item does not require a permit for purchase or ownership under current regulations. The No 3 Mk5 remains a representative artifact of British military signaling equipment from the World War Two era.