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Your cart is empty.This 2-inch U.S. D-Day Paratrooper Brass Clicker from Armory Replicas emits a loud clicking sound that is easily discernable from noise in a natural environment. Therefore, this clicker can be heard from far away and the sound is easily identified. The click is created by pressing the two prongs of the clicker together and releasing. Two clicks are created from this motion; the first higher pitched than the last. The U.S. D-Day Paratrooper Brass Clicker is small enough to be carried easily and there is a hole in one of the prongs so that the clicker can be affixed to a lanyard or keychain. βU. S.β is imprinted at the base of the clicker as a marker of its historical use. The U.S. D-Day Paratrooper Brass Clicker or clacker was first used in World War 2 by American paratroopers as a means of signal communication. One click to ask whether a nearby party was on their side and two clicks in return would signal that the second party is friend. This means of communication was used due to its subtlety and simplicity and soon after abandoned for the same reason; it was too easy for enemy forces to mimic. Original clickers were discarded after their use in the D-Day Invasion, however replicas like these work and sound just like them. These U.S. D-Day Paratrooper Brass Clickers from Armory Replicas are perfect for those interested in military history and memorabilia. Great quality reproductions of the US Crickets Clickers, used in the invasion of Normandy. Quality reproduction of Brass and steel. Properly MARKED "US" These are great pieces to add to your Airborne kit. Approximate dimensions: Length: 2 1/4 inches Width: 1 inch Height: 5/8 inch