#403-15 Jeff GeAuction #403 (05-19-15) Vintage Toys (Original 1950’s Ertl John Deere Farm Implements, Vintage Model Airplanes and Engines, James Bond Aston Martin Car, Strutco, Wyandotte), Antique Baby Georgene, Early Tools, Stetson, Coins
Bidding starts: May 10, 2015 at
12:00 AM EDT
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Closing begins: May 19, 2015 at
07:30 PM EDT
Columbus, OH
Auction Type: Online
Item # 98
World War II - WWII International Flare Signal Co. Tippecanoe City, Ohio large solid brass flare signal gun, Model 52, barrel is not brass. This is the same model used as a distress signal in the movie PT109. Winning Bidder must be 18 years of age or older, must present a State ID as Proof that he/she is a resident of the State of Ohio. Item can only be released to Winning Bidder. No shipping or transport. Measures: Gun 8"H x 10.5"L - Barrel 5"L x 1.5"Dia - Condition: Good
As depicted in the 1963 biographical movie PT109 about John F. Kennedy's wartime experiences during which he captained a PT boat, took it to battle and had it sunk by a Japanese destroyer. He and the survivors made their way to an island, found food and shelter and signaled the Navy for rescue.
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