Original British Brass Telescope marked Customs 1849 Russian/Soviet Militaria but could date back nearly

but could date back nearly to WW2

but the rear sight leaf is the SMLE Mk III leaf

Mounting requires two 10-32 x 3/8 inch flat-head screws

and a yellow winged 8th Air Force insignia

964 killed in action

Original British Brass Telescope marked Customs 1849 Russian/Soviet Militaria but could date back nearlyOriginal Item: Only One Available. Another original item from the nautical collection purchased from an English museum this is a fine early 19th century, perhaps even Georgian (1714 1830), single draw brass telescope with a leather body covering and extendable brass glare shield. Measuring 21" when fully compressed this opens to almost 40" when fully extended. The brass tube engraved DOLLOND, LONDON, DAY OR NIGHT and CUSTOMS 1849. The Optic is now