WWI British Military Telescope by R. & J. Beck Ltd, London (1915)

Name: WWI British Military Telescope by R. & J. Beck Ltd, London (1915)
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1184744
Availability: SoldOut

1900 - 1920

Sold by Kingsdown Antiques

Description

Step into history with this remarkable WWI-era British military telescope, manufactured in 1915 by the prestigious optical firm R. & J. Beck Ltd of London No 9213. Officially marked “TEL SIG. (Mk III) ALSO G.S.” and bearing the War Department broad arrow, this brass field telescope was standard issue for military signalers and general service officers during the First World War. Complete with its original leather case and auxiliary eyepiece, it remains a rare and evocative relic from the front lines.

Measurements:

Length (closed): 10" (approx. 25.5cm)

Length (open): 32 1/2" (approx. 83cm)

Total weight: 1540g

In good condition – Telescope is in full working order. There is a minor edge crack on the front lens, though it does not impact its function (shown in the final photo for accuracy). Optics remain clear with functional draw mechanism. Leather shows minor wear consistent with age.

Physical Dimensions

Height

83cm (32.68")

Declaration

Kingsdown Antiques has dated this piece to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1184744

Dealers Internal Reference

P51960

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Description

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” and bearing the War Department broad arrow, this brass field telescope was standard issue for military signalers and general service officers during the First World War.

Kingsdown Antiques

Complete with its original leather case and auxiliary eyepiece, it remains a rare and evocative relic from the front lines.

fig 1. WWI British Military Telescope by R. & J. Beck Ltd, London (1915)

Measurements:

Length (closed): 10" (approx. 25.5cm)

Length (open): 32 1/2" (approx. 83cm)

Total weight: 1540g

In good condition – Telescope is in full working order. There is a minor edge crack on the front lens, though it does not impact its function (shown in the final photo for accuracy). Optics remain clear with functional draw mechanism. Leather shows minor wear consistent with age.

Physical Dimensions

Height

83cm (32.68")

Date of Manufacture

Kingsdown Antiques has dated this piece to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1184744

Dealers Internal Ref

P51960

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