Framed International Code of Signals Kilo (K) Linen Flag

Framed International Code of Signals Kilo (K) maritime signal flag, professionally mounted within a shadow box display. Constructed of vertically divided yellow and blue linen panels, the flag retains its original canvas hoist, rope lanyard, and wooden toggle. When flown alone, the Kilo (K) flag means "I wish to communicate with you." It is used to request communication with another vessel or shore station, making it one of the fundamental signals for initiating contact and exchanging important navigational or operational information. The canvas hoist bears the Annin Flag Company "Defiance" label. Annin is America's oldest flag maker. International Code of Signals flags were widely used aboard naval and merchant vessels to communicate standardized navigational, operational, and safety messages before the widespread adoption of radio communications, and they remain an internationally recognized maritime signaling system today.

Weight: 9 lbs.
Overall Dimensions: 23"H × 27"W × 1 1/2"D
Made: American
Material: Linen
Date: 1950