Russian Flare Gun Holster M44

M44 Flare Pistol Holster

This is the Russian Army carry case for the M44 flare gun, a signal pistol that fires 26.5mm illumination and signal cartridges. It holds the pistol and its flares together in one box-shaped holster, so a signaller can carry everything on a single shoulder strap. Collectors use it to complete an M44 flare gun setup, and reenactors carry it as correct-issue Russian kit.

Features

• Cotton Canvas Body — The case is made from heavy OD green cotton canvas, the olive drab shade used across Russian field equipment.
• Leather Reinforcement — Shaped leather panels are stitched over the corners and lower side to stiffen the case and protect the edges that take the most contact.
• Twin Leather Tab Closures — Two slotted leather tabs press over metal studs on the front to hold the flap shut without buckles or snaps.
• Internal Flare Loops — A row of fabric retention loops inside keeps each 26.5mm flare upright and separate, ready to pull and load.
• Full-Coverage Flap — The top flap folds down over the front of the case to shield the pistol and flares from rain and debris.
• Adjustable Shoulder Strap — A cotton webbing strap with a metal slide buckle and metal tip lets you set the carry length for wear over a coat or uniform.
• Rear Strap Loops — Webbing loops sewn to the back panel anchor the strap so the case hangs flat against the body.
• Approx. 10 x 7 Inch Size — The case measures about 10 by 7 inches, sized around the M44 pistol and its ammunition.

Original Russian Issue

This holster was issued to Russian armed forces as standard carry for the M44 signal pistol. Its construction follows the original pattern: canvas body, leather reinforcement, leather tab closures and a webbing strap. Inspection ink stamps appear inside the case. For anyone who owns an M44 flare gun, it is the correct holster for that pistol, built to the army's own specification.