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** WW2 : 1942 Union Defence Force M6 Binoculars and Patt.37 Webbing Case.**
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** WW2 : 1942 Union Defence Force M6 Binoculars & Patt.37 Webbing Case.**
These items remain in a GOOD, USED CONDITION- All Functional Parts appear to be present and Lenses retain a clear field of vision. Bakelite treatment to Binoculars Frame is brittle and has visible signs of wear due to age and general handling. All Union Defence Force Markings and Nomenclature are clear & present. ** Note : Items are Second-Hand and have been subject to usage in Combat Conditions .
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ORIGIN : Union Defence Force ( American Lend-Lease to British Empire).
MODEL : Binocular M6 6x30
YEAR : 1942
MANUFACTURER: Universal Camera Corp. New York. USA.
SERIAL NUMBER : 00865 (Low).
An EXCELLENT example of Second World War (1939-45) , Union Defence Force M6 Binoculars & Pattern 37 Webbing Storage Case. The M6 6x30 Binoculars were supplied by the United States of America to the British Empire and Dominions as part of the Lend-Lease program in order to remedy the equipment shortfall experienced by Great Britain and her Allies.
The Binoculars retain the Distinctive Range Reticle on the Right-hand side , intended for supply to non-American Forces , whose Reticle appeared on the left. All Union Defence Force Acceptance & Date Markings are visible on both the Binoculars & Patt.37 Webbing Storage Case. A Distinctive feature of the M6 6x30 Binoculars- was the independent eye-piece adjustment , allowing for the User to attain a clear field of vision for each eye independently. Bakelite surface coating is brittle and has become worn in places.
** PLEASE NOTE : These items are 80 years old and have been subject to use in combat conditions - Visible Surface Wear is evident. **
The ideal addition to any World War II , South African or Allied Militaria collection or display- for the enthusiast seeking a genuine period piece for their private assortment.
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