Original U.S. WWII M3 6x30 Binoculars with M17 Leather Case & Strap - Dated 1943 Barrels Of possible interest the right

Of possible interest the right side of the wood grip bears eight hash marks with another four on the left side

23 pounds [560 g]

and an iron-studded leather sole

The suspender was changed to a narrower width in 1875

Helped prepare for the invasion of Normandy by attacking military installations in France

Original U.S. WWII M3 6x30 Binoculars with M17 Leather Case & Strap - Dated 1943 Barrels Of possible interest the rightOriginal Item: Only One Available. The M3, M13 and M13A1 binoculars were issued to all branches of the U. S. military during WW2. The M3 was the first model, which was acceptable, but was superseded by the M13 and M13A1, which resolved issues with the M3, particularly with regard to water proofing. The later models also introduced coated optics to reduce glare. A total of 43,378 were made at an original price of $72 ea., however the majority were the