Trench periscope period CEM

the Russian Empire, 1914-17, Extremely rare item, which, judging by the color was used in the Russian army (is the same paint was painted for the saves). To unfortunately, stamps and labels us find but with high degree of confidence can be attributed this course is to the Russian pieces of equipment to lower ranks and officers. Purchased from the descendants of a Russian officer who took part in the great war. The safety is excellent.

The safety is excellent.

In 1915, with the beginning of trench warfare serious problem was the observation of the enemy, who responded with fire at the slightest movement in the loopholes of the trenches. To rectify the situation managed with the help of special devices — trench periscopes, allowing them to conduct surveillance of enemy positions, while remaining out of action enemy fire. The most primitive periscope consisted of two mirrors with holders, nasazhivajutsja on a bayonet rifle. Was widely used also with the periscope tube, made of wood, tinplate, or thin iron.