Original Late 19th Century U.S. Brass Signal Cannon on Custom Wood Carriage Schwarzlose MG Probably the best Japanese WWII

Probably the best Japanese WWII gas mask that we've ever had

it is believed that artillerymen put this weapon to other uses

It features the typical felgrau (field gray) "whipcord" wool construction with a forest green band and a traditional high forward crown

The regiment saw service during the Second Boer War in South Africa

Original Late 19th Century U.S. Brass Signal Cannon on Custom Wood Carriage Schwarzlose MG Probably the best Japanese WWIIOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice U. S. Late 19th Century custom brass Signal cannon, with a barrel reminiscent of the larger fortress guns. While the bore is only about 0. 78", these still would give a hearty thump when discharged, perfect for sending short range signals, particularly if used at sea on a small boat. We suspect that this example, after service, was then cleaned and polished, and the original carriage was either