Periscope - AFV No. 4 Mk. 2, , AVIMO - 1950-1960

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Original 1954 British Army AFV periscopic sight No. 4 Mk. 2 by A.K. & S. (Avimo Ltd.), Taunton, UK, with dimensions 27 × 15 × 15 cm and weight 3 kg; physical condition Goed and functional condition Getest en werkend.

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Original 1954 British Army A.F.V. Periscopic Sight No. 4 Mk. 2
Object: Armoured Fighting Vehicle (A.F.V.) Gunnery/Command Periscope
Model: No. 4 Mark 2
Manufacturer: A.K. & S. (Avimo Ltd.), Taunton, UK
Date of Manufacture: 1954 (Early Cold War Era)
Part Numbers: F.V. 210325 / Assembly No. F.V. 210324
Description & Technical Details:
• Historical Context: A quintessential piece of British Cold War military hardware. This periscopic sight was the "eyes" of crews in iconic vehicles such as the Centurion Main Battle Tank, the Ferret Scout Car, and the Saladin Armoured Car.
• Markings: Features original black identification plates with crisp white engravings. The manufacturer's stamp "A.K.& S. 1954" is clearly visible, confirming its 70+ year history.
• Build Quality: Heavy-duty olive drab (British Army Green) cast metal housing, designed to withstand the rigors of tank combat and shell splinters.
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The housing shows minor service wear (patina) consistent with age. Mounting bolts and adjustment screws are present

Original 1954 British Army A.F.V. Periscopic Sight No. 4 Mk. 2
Object: Armoured Fighting Vehicle (A.F.V.) Gunnery/Command Periscope
Model: No. 4 Mark 2
Manufacturer: A.K. & S. (Avimo Ltd.), Taunton, UK
Date of Manufacture: 1954 (Early Cold War Era)
Part Numbers: F.V. 210325 / Assembly No. F.V. 210324
Description & Technical Details:
• Historical Context: A quintessential piece of British Cold War military hardware. This periscopic sight was the "eyes" of crews in iconic vehicles such as the Centurion Main Battle Tank, the Ferret Scout Car, and the Saladin Armoured Car.
• Markings: Features original black identification plates with crisp white engravings. The manufacturer's stamp "A.K.& S. 1954" is clearly visible, confirming its 70+ year history.
• Build Quality: Heavy-duty olive drab (British Army Green) cast metal housing, designed to withstand the rigors of tank combat and shell splinters.
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The housing shows minor service wear (patina) consistent with age. Mounting bolts and adjustment screws are present

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
3 kg
Number of objects
1
Model/type number
AFV No. 4 Mk. 2, , AVIMO
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Height
27 cm
Width
15 cm
Depth
15 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
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