Srpi Puteaux Periscope - Puteaux, France - 1939-1945
SRPI PUTEAUX PERISCOPE
Puteaux, France
1939–1945
Steel, wood, leather
Total length: 49 cm
Periscope from the Second World War.
It consists of a cylindrical, straight tube fitted with a 45° mirror at each of its open ends: light enters through the upper end and emerges at the observer’s eye level on the lower side. This optical instrument thus enabled soldiers to observe the battlefield whilst remaining concealed in the trenches.
Retractable wooden handle.
Marked ‘M. G. No. 51/808’, ‘SRPI PUTEAUX’ and ‘MILLIEMES G 6x’.
Leather case with belt loops, marked ‘6X’.
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
Puteaux, France
1939–1945
Steel, wood, leather
Total length: 49 cm
Periscope from the Second World War.
It consists of a cylindrical, straight tube fitted with a 45° mirror at each of its open ends: light enters through the upper end and emerges at the observer’s eye level on the lower side. This optical instrument thus enabled soldiers to observe the battlefield whilst remaining concealed in the trenches.
Retractable wooden handle.
Marked ‘M. G. No. 51/808’, ‘SRPI PUTEAUX’ and ‘MILLIEMES G 6x’.
Leather case with belt loops, marked ‘6X’.
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
200 €
Period: 20th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: Excellent condition
Reference (ID): 1768818
Availability: In stock
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