United Kingdom - WW2 British No.9 Dial Sight MK1 – Artillery & mortar spotter – Complete with original - Military accessories

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Original British WWII No.9 Dial Sight MK1 artillery and mortar sight, complete with original metal transport chest, country of origin United Kingdom, in very good condition.

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Original British WWII No.9 Dial Sight MK1 – Artillery & mortar fire controller – Complete with original transport case

For sale: a fully authentic British No.9 Dial Sight MK1, complete with the original metal transport case in field green paint. This optical sighting instrument was used during the Second World War by British and Commonwealth artillery units for precise targeting of cannons and mortars.

This type of sight was an essential component of the fire control equipment of, among others:
• The 25-pounder howitzer (the standard British artillery piece in WWII)
various mortar systems
• Field and mechanized artillery of the British Army and the Royal Artillery.

With this instrument, direction (azimuth), elevation, and corrections were set, allowing artillery batteries to perform indirect fire very precisely — even without direct line of sight to the target.

This example shows the official Broad Arrow (↑) markings, confirming that it is a military-issued British war model. The scope is in good used condition, with still functional adjustments and clear graduations. The original metal case is rare and still features the original WWII paint and markings, providing a beautiful, authentic display appearance.

Original British WWII No.9 Dial Sight MK1 – Artillery & mortar fire controller – Complete with original transport case

For sale: a fully authentic British No.9 Dial Sight MK1, complete with the original metal transport case in field green paint. This optical sighting instrument was used during the Second World War by British and Commonwealth artillery units for precise targeting of cannons and mortars.

This type of sight was an essential component of the fire control equipment of, among others:
• The 25-pounder howitzer (the standard British artillery piece in WWII)
various mortar systems
• Field and mechanized artillery of the British Army and the Royal Artillery.

With this instrument, direction (azimuth), elevation, and corrections were set, allowing artillery batteries to perform indirect fire very precisely — even without direct line of sight to the target.

This example shows the official Broad Arrow (↑) markings, confirming that it is a military-issued British war model. The scope is in good used condition, with still functional adjustments and clear graduations. The original metal case is rare and still features the original WWII paint and markings, providing a beautiful, authentic display appearance.

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Era
1900-2000
Army Unit
WW2 British No.9 Dial Sight MK1 – Artillery & mortar spotter – Complete with original
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Condition
Very good condition
Original/ Replica
Original
Comes with certificate of authenticity
No
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