WWI ERA TRENCH TELESCOPE.

This most unusual device measures about 29″ overall. Pistol grip, iron crescent buttplate, and brass and aluminum telescope. The trigger releases a catch on the muzzle of the 7″ bbl which either releases a flare or rocket, possibly. The right side of receiver is calibrated from 0-2100 (yards or meters?). There are no other markings found on this device whose exact function is unknown, but is similar to known range finding trench telescopes. Discussion with several military experts state it is most likely German. This well made device is well fit and most likely had another attachment now missing, which would have explained what this unknown device actually did. CONDITION: Good to very good overall. Several screws are rusted and adjustment knob on bottom binds. Device was not taken apart to try to ascertain function. 53181-1 JS (500-800) – Lot 3429

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2018

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	3429	$517.50	WWI ERA TRENCH TELESCOPE. This most unusual device measures about 29″ overall. Pistol grip, iron crescent buttplate, and brass and aluminum telescope. The trigger releases a catch on the muzzle of the 7″ bbl which either releases a flare or rocket, possibly. The right side of receiver is calibrated from 0-2100 (yards or meters?). There are no other markings found on this device whose exact function is unknown, but is similar to known range finding trench telescopes. Discussion with several military experts state it is most likely German. This well made device is well fit and most likely had another attachment now missing, which would have explained what this unknown device actually did. CONDITION: Good to very good overall. Several screws are rusted and adjustment knob on bottom binds. Device was not taken apart to try to ascertain function. 53181-1 JS (500-800) – Lot 3429 Auction: Firearms - Spring 2018 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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WWI ERA TRENCH TELESCOPE.