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WWI Becks Trench Periscope
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Description
An officers trench periscope by R & J Beck dated 1917.This would have been used to view over the top of a trench or around corners allowing the user to observe the enemy without being exposed to gunfire.
Presented in totally original condition. Made of brass with traces of the original olive drab paint and its ash wood handle. Optics are in remarkably good condition, the adjustable eye piece still works after over 100 years with the periscope still being usable. The ash handle unscrews smoothly.
We have previously seen examples with highly polished brass. This example being in totally original condition is superb, the naturally worn paint is perfect in our opinion and should be left as is.
Mark IX 1917 no 12939
A tactile antique that carries with it an evocative history.
DateEarly 20th Century
DimensionsLength 59cm
ConditionIn good, original antique condition
Codeas507a355 / 362
PriceSOLD
StatusSold
SellerHawthornes Antiques
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