WW2 British RAF – TYPE G-1 PRISMATIC AIRCRAFT GUNSIGHT – SPITFIRE & BRISTOL B.1

You are bidding on a VERY NICE used example of a WW2 British Royal Air Force Type G-1 Prismatic (8B/3230) Aircraft Gunsight! Though it was installed in the early Supermarine Spitfire and Boulton Paul Defiant, it was rendered obsolete by 1941.

The G1 Prismatic Gunsight was the optical head of the Mk.1 Gyro Sight, for use in the early Supermarine Spitfire, Bristol B.1, and Boulton Paul Defiant. Due to the small 20mm eyepiece, it was difficult to use, and was phased out of service quite early.

Made of aluminum, steel, and glass, and dating around 1941, this is an EXCELLENT used example. Though there are some light scratches and wear from storage, it retains 90% of its original finish! All the glass is original to this sight, and the data information is 100% intact, clearly indicating the model and type. The aiming circle/crosshair is present, but the optics are a bit dirty. I have shown it installed in a Spitfire and Bristol B.1 in the last photos. Would make an EXCELLENT addition to any collection, display, or simply as a conversation piece!