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The Pistol, Signal, 1-1/2 inch, AN M8, is a hand held pistol, designed to fire red, green and yellow star illumination signals. Used by the Canadian Forces for identification or illumination in day or night conditions.
The Pistol, Signal, 1-1/2 inch, AN M8, is a breech loading, single shot pistol with a double action trigger mechanism.
IDENTIFICATION
Model | AN M8 |
Manufacturer’s Part Number | 7265820 |
Manufacturer | Springfield Armory, Springfield Maine |
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Physical Data | |
Length | 203 mm (8 in.) |
Weight | 0.928 kg (2.05 lb) |
Operation data | |
System of Operation | Double action trigger mechanism |
Applied Safety | None |
Mechanical Safety | The safety lever locks the trigger mechanism when the breech is open. |
Barrel data | |
Length Overall | 10.48 mm (4.125 in.) |
Calibre | 40 mm (1.57 in.) |
Bore | Smooth |
Ammunition Data | |
Type of Ammunition | Red, green and yellow illumination signals |
Size | 38.1 mm (1.5 in.) |
