We’ve just received Original Czech Cold War Era Model VZ 44/81 Flare Guns with Carrying Pouches.
These pistols are in excellent to like-new condition. The VZ 44/81 is a Czech copy of the Soviet SPSh-44 flare pistol used during World War II, designed to fire 26.5mm flares. Each pistol is 100% functional. The pistols may have some light storage wear, however there are no major dings, dents or scratches.

The VZ 44/81 differs from the VZ 44/67 with the barrel break lever, barrel pivot pin, hammer shape, and grips redesigned. The 81 features checkered grips compared to smooth grips on the previous model. Most were manufactured in the 1980’s in this batch.

The included carrying cases are stamped under the flap with various markings, including the manufacturer’s date. Each case comes with the original cleaning rod, brush and lanyard and are in very good condition. The leather carrying cases are generally in excellent to like new condition as well.

An excellent example of Cold War-era craftsmanship — ideal for research, collection, or display.

For more information regarding the VZ44/67 and VZ44/81, check out this forum we found below:
https://www.gunboards.com/threads/czech-flare-gun-dating.203010/