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Gun-sighting telescope
This gun-sighting telescope is contained in a wooden box, the label of which states that it is for the ‘AFTER GUN RIGHT SIDE’. It is made of brass and has a focusing ring at the eyepiece end. The objective lens also has a screw-in cover with a small aperture. Crosshairs within the telescope allow for accurate sighting.
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Object Details
| ID: | KTP1120 |
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| Collection: | Astronomical and navigational instruments; Weapons |
| Type: | Gun-sighting telescope |
| Display location: | Not on display |
| Creator: | Ross Ltd |
| Date made: | 20th century |
| Credit: | National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London |
| Measurements: | Length: 675 mm (min); 686 mm (max); Diameter: 64 mm (barrel); 98 mm (max); Box: 845 x 117 x 146 mm |
| Parts: | Gun-sighting telescope |