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Dated 1918 a Periscope Marked Mk-ix R & J Beck Ltd. No 2310
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Dated 1918 a Periscope Marked Mk-ix R & J Beck Ltd. No 2310

1900 - 1920
Description

A World War 1 trench periscope made by R&J Beck Ltd, with the maker’s mark clearly visible.

The handle unscrews and it is in good condition, bar a little damage to the handle. We will put a close up photo online soon.

It measures 58cm in length, the eyepiece is approximately 8.5 in height, and the whole item weighs approximately 0.6 kgs.

Postage and packing within the UK mainland is included in the price and for outside areas or delivery abroad, please contact us for a delivery quote.

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Lancaster Antiques has dated this Antique Brass Trench Periscope to the 1910s.

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SA1229659
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1906
Description
A World War 1 trench periscope made by R&J Beck Ltd, with the maker’s mark clearly visible.

The handle unscrews and it is in good condition, bar a little damage to the handle. We will put a close up photo online soon.

fig 1. A brass trench periscope stamped PERISCOPE MK IX 1918 R. & J. BECK LTD. NO 2310.
fig 1. Dated 1918 a Periscope Marked Mk-ix R & J Beck Ltd. No 2310

It measures 58cm in length, the eyepiece is approximately 8.5 in height, and the whole item weighs approximately 0.6 kgs.

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Postage and packing within the UK mainland is included in the price and for outside areas or delivery abroad, please contact us for a delivery quote.
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Lancaster Antiques has dated this Antique Brass Trench Periscope to the 1910s.

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A brass trench periscope stamped PERISCOPE MK IX 1918 R. & J. BECK LTD. NO 2310.
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Archive I A brass trench periscope stamped PERISCOPE MK IX 1918 R. & J. BECK LTD. NO 2310.

Dated 1918 a Periscope Marked Mk-ix R & J Beck Ltd. No 2310

Archive II A brass trench periscope stamped PERISCOPE MK IX 1918 R. & J. BECK LTD. NO 2310. View II
Archive III A brass trench periscope stamped PERISCOPE MK IX 1918 R. & J. BECK LTD. NO 2310. View III
Archive IV A brass trench periscope stamped PERISCOPE MK IX 1918 R. & J. BECK LTD. NO 2310. View IV
Archive V A brass trench periscope stamped PERISCOPE MK IX 1918 R. & J. BECK LTD. NO 2310. View V
Archive VI A brass trench periscope stamped PERISCOPE MK IX 1918 R. & J. BECK LTD. NO 2310. View VI
Archive VII A brass trench periscope stamped PERISCOPE MK IX 1918 R. & J. BECK LTD. NO 2310. View VII
Archive VIII A brass trench periscope stamped PERISCOPE MK IX 1918 R. & J. BECK LTD. NO 2310. View VIII
Archive IX A brass trench periscope stamped PERISCOPE MK IX 1918 R. & J. BECK LTD. NO 2310. View IX
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A brass trench periscope stamped PERISCOPE MK IX 1918 R. & J. BECK LTD. NO 2310.
DATED 1918 A PERISCOPE MARKED Mk-IX R & J BECK LTD. NO 2310
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A brass trench periscope stamped PERISCOPE MK IX 1918 R. & J. BECK LTD. NO 2310.
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  • ObjectMilitary Periscope
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleFirst World War Military
  • MaterialBrass, Glass
  • ColourWarm Brass
  • MotifsStamped brass casing, Cylindrical tube, Optical eyepiece

This First World War military periscope dates from 1910 and forms a distinctive piece of trench equipment. Made from warm brass with a polished finish, the cylindrical tube houses an optical eyepiece and includes a stamped brass casing bearing the maker inscription "PERISCOPE MK IX 1918 R. & J. BECK LTD. NO 2310". The metal displays slight surface wear and minor patination around the joints. Measuring 58 cm in length with an eyepiece height of approximately 8.5 cm, it weighs 0.6 kg and features a removable handle that unscrews. In a contemporary home, this object serves as a display piece suitable for an office desk or a gentleman's library bookcase. It rests securely on flat surfaces to add historical character to a study collection or an industrial interior scheme.

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Trench periscopes were optical instruments designed to allow soldiers to observe enemy positions safely from beneath the parapet of a trench without exposing themselves to sniper fire.

These instruments were typically constructed from solid brass tubing and housings for durability and precision, fitted with internal glass mirrors or prisms and protective lacquered finishes.

Authentic examples often feature engraved maker stamps, broad arrow ordnance marks, model designations such as Mark IX, and production dates stamped directly into the metal casing.

A brass optical instrument makes a distinct accent piece when displayed on an executive desk, positioned on a bookshelf alongside leather-bound volumes, or placed inside a glass cabinet.

To preserve the natural aged patina, avoid aggressive chemical polishes and dust regularly with a soft microfibre cloth, cleaning glass optics gently with specialised lens solutions.
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