Description
You are bidding on an EXCELLENT example of a WW2 Imperial Japanese Army variable 4x125° to 20×25°Anti-Aircraft Telescope! This is a complete optical assembly, used for aerial observation and targeting!
Japanese anti-aircraft units relied heavily on optical systems such as this for tracking and engaging enemy aircraft. These telescopes were mounted to ground-based or naval positions and used to visually acquire and follow fast-moving targets, feeding critical information for aiming and fire control. The interchangeable eyepiece system allowed operators to adjust magnification and field of view depending on engagement range, making these optics an essential component of coordinated anti-aircraft defense during the war
Made of aluminum, brass, and steel by JES, this telescope remains in VERY NICE used condition! Still wrapped in the original leather protective covering, the optics are EXTREMELY clear with only minor internal speckling consistent with age. The magnification system is 100% FUNCTIONAL, with the wider ring smoothly adjusting the zoom and the narrower ring adjusting focus. All components rotate correctly with no stiffness or play. Various scratches and marks throughout, however there are no major dents or damage! The original Kanji markings are still present, cleanly indicating,”?????????”, which translates to, “Anti-Aircraft Telescope“, along with the manufacture code, and Serial Number “101“. Features an extendable Sun Shield, as well as a protective lens cover. I have shown the view with both the 4x magnification, as well as the fully zoomed in 20x magnification in the last images. A BEAUTIFUL and increasingly scarce complete telescope that displays exceptionally well and represents a fully intact example of Japanese anti-aircraft equipment! PERFECT for any collection or display!
