The OSP-26 or Model 1926 Soviet flare gun was developed at the Izhevsk Weapons Factory (aka Izhevsk Arsenal) by lead designer V
Newspaper Article 1943:
517th received the Presidential Unit Citation for its successful assault on Soy and Hotton
The metalwork overall has a lovely gray peppered patina
The fine quality walnut stock is very artistically inlaid with silver wire in great swirls
Original U.S. WWI M1917 Doughboy Helmet with Multicolor Camouflage Paint, Liner & Chinstrap Ancient The OSP-26 or Model 1926Original Item: One of a kind. This is a fantastic genuine Great War hand painted camouflage helmet, with a complete original liner and repaired chinstrap. The helmet features original period colored panel camouflage paint in a multitude of colors, including blue, red, green, white, and others! There look to be at least 8 different hues, more than we usually see. The paint is a bit worn, and definitely shows some use, but it has a great look and the