British WW2 No.1 Mk V Signal Pistol Original Machine Gun Part Sets The butt stock is stamped

The butt stock is stamped on both sides with the name J

On the top of the front of the receiver is stamped a broad arrow over:

The P42 was designed to carry large amounts of equipment externally

The needle-stem protrudes prominently from the rear of the receiver providing a good visual indication that the carbine is cocked

British WW2 No.1 Mk V Signal Pistol Original Machine Gun Part Sets The butt stock is stampedOriginal Item: Using modern stamped steel construction, this signal pistol retains the classic early look of the "blunderbuss" belled muzzle. The purpose of the bell is to protect the operator's hands from burning powder grains. Standard British signal pistol of WW2. M601 mark on hammer indicates manufacture by I. L. Berridge & Co., Leicester. SN111XXX. Flares not included.