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Flare guns are used to fire flares, to call for help at sea or other dangerous things.

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Can a convicted felon possess a flare gun in California?

Since flare guns are used in an emergency, the possesion of a flare gun is legal by a felon if used properly.


How does a flare gun work?

Flare guns are used in case of emergencies in many instances. If you get lost in the woods you can shoot off a flare gun to help search groups find you.


What are the best makes of flare gun?

There are several companies that make flare guns, such as 'Hebel'. Alternatively, one might try the brands 'Wolseley', 'Webley' or 'Berridge' for flare guns.


How many bullets that can input to Flare gun?

Most flare guns are single shot.


Are flare guns a weapon in new york?

Nope


Why wouldn't you take a flare gun into space?

You might think a flare would not burn in a vacuum, however, they will. The oxygen for the flare to burn is already chemically in the flare. And flare guns HAVE gone into space- as emergency equipment.


When was the first flare gun invented?

The flare gun was invented in 1877 by a US Navy officer by the name of Lt. Edward Wilson Very. The flare guns were often referred to as "Very" pistols. The flare gun first came into use by the US Navy for signaling and communication purposes in 1882. By 1910 the flare gun was used worldwide. It served an important role in World War I. It still serves as an important role in the world today. It is used for things such as combat situations and recognisance missions.


How are flare guns rated?

The guns are generally rated on caiber or guage. The flares may be rated on range, type, brightness, color, etc.


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Are flare guns considered a firearm?

In general, no. A flare gun, properly called a flare projector, is capable of launching only a light weight, low velocity projectile, and is not suitable for use as a weapon. If an attempt were to be made to fire a standard firearm cartridge from a flare projector, it will likely destroy the projector, with a strong possibility of injury to the shooter.