Original WWII Imperial Japanese Large 10 X 70mm 7.1° Binoculars by NIKKO MG 42 Bolt & Barrel Assembly and is also maker marked

and is also maker marked and dated FIC - 45

The style and materials used indicate that it was made around 1825

The only way to reach longer (up to 300 m) ranges was the use of mechanical spring based grenade launchers

fitted with a brass handle made from a brass re-enforcing strap and engraved on front with a flower motif and marked :-

Traditionally not issued with scabbards these Cutlasses were stored in racks on board ship for easy access in case of military action

Original WWII Imperial Japanese Large 10 X 70mm 7.1° Binoculars by NIKKO MG 42 Bolt & Barrel Assembly and is also maker markedOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a nice set of WWII issue large Japanese army officer binoculars, offered in very good condition. The binoculars are fully functional, with clear optics and the focus adjustment on both sides working, though the right side is stiff and could use lubrication. These originally had rubber eye cups , however they have fallen off, with just remnants left around the eyepieces. The binoculars bear the NIKKO marking