{"product_id":"antique-3-draw-ww1-telescope-english-terrestrial-spotting-scope-broad-arrow","title":"Antique 3 Draw WW1 Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Spotting Scope, Broad Arrow","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Stock # 26403\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is an antique three draw telescope. An English, leather and brass terrestrial or spotting scope with military Broad Arrow mark, dating to the World War I period, dated 1915.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePerfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eSuperb Great War period example with appealing finish and form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eDisplays a desirable aged patina and in good original order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eQuality leather dressing to the primary barrel, objective cap and eye cup covers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eBarrels crafted in attractive brass with bright golden tonality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eSupplied with an oak and brass Captain's Stand for display purposes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eReassuring weight in the hand at 1.744kg (3.84 lb), typical of robust military specification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eDraws in a positive, smooth action to a fully drawn length of 3 feet (91.5cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eWhen closed, the dust cups attach to the primary barrel with leather straps and buckles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eFlared eye-cup also features an internal sliding dust cover for lens protection\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eA bright and generously sized 50mm primary objective offers a quality terrestrial optic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eUsed in the field for communication and signal codes, the three draws aided focusing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eA year after this example was entered into service, they were used to spot concealed sniper posts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eEngraved with the Military Broad Arrow mark, an order requested of R \u0026amp; J Beck of London\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eA prominent British optical manufacturing firm based in London, heavily contracted by the War Department\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eMilitary designation given below the arrow mark adds fascinating detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eIt reads 'TEL. SIG. (MK IV) ALSO G.S.' standing for Telescope, Signaling, Mark IV, Also General Service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eIts completion date is given as 1915, the second year of the war and 2262 was its production serial number\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is a delightful World War I period antique three draw telescope, offering a fascinating insight into military optical equipment whilst retaining its functionality and gently aged appearance. Delivered ready to enjoy or display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eClosed Length: 28cm (11'')\u003cbr\u003eFully Drawn: 91.5cm (36'')\u003cbr\u003eObjective Diameter: 50mm (2'')\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"London Fine Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57754265518453,"sku":"26403","price":1295.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0385\/9077\/files\/26403-1.jpg?v=1794323699","url":"https:\/\/www.londonfine.co.uk\/products\/antique-3-draw-ww1-telescope-english-terrestrial-spotting-scope-broad-arrow","provider":"London Fine Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}