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WW2 German Wehrmacht - GESTELL 40 OPTICAL TRIPOD - SF14 RK31 - RARE!

Description: You are bidding on a SUPERB used example of WW2 German Wehrmacht Gestell 40 Optical Tripod, as specifically used on the Selbstfahrlafetten-Zielfernrohr S.F. 14, Richtkreis RK-31 Mortar Sight, and others! In 1894, Carl Zeiss introduced a new and unusual type of prism binocular. Zeiss called its invention the Scherenfernrohr (scissors telescope) - an 8 x 10 power device fitted with adjustable twin periscopic extensions connected by a hinge. An observer could position the tubular "ears" upright and parallel to each other or splayed out horizontally for greater depth perception (stereoscopic vision), causing objects to appear in modelled relief, strongly distinct from the background and thus estimate the range. This hybrid between binoculars and a periscope enabled the observer to remain safely concealed in dug-outs, behind walls or even tree trunks with only the objective lens visible to the enemy. By World War II the design remained virtually unchanged except for an upgrade in magnification to 10 x 50 and continued to be a useful tool in the Wehrmacht for general observation (in both vehicles and on the ground) and for artillery fire observation and direction throughout the war. It was to be used for: Observation and reconnaissance; Measuring angles of azimuth; Measuring angles of site and elevation; Measuring height of shell bursts; Establishing safety zones for advancing friendly troops; and to lay field guns. Made of wood and steel by Riefler (bef), this aiming periscope tripod was manufactured between 1940 and 1945. Though some of the original German Feldgrau Grey and Dunkelgelb Tan paint can be seen, it was re-painted by Finland during the war (should be easy to remove). All adjustments work perfectly, and there are NO breaks or damage! A VERY RARE item, it would make a PERFECT addition to any collection or display!

Price: 599.99 USD

Location: Thousand Oaks, California

End Time: 2024-12-25T01:23:35.000Z

Shipping Cost: 75 USD

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