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LOT 1052

German WWII MG34 Anti-Aircraft Gun Sight

1939-1945 A.D.

5 1/2 in. (80 grams, 14 cm).

Steel gunsight with three rings and cross-wires and pillar mount to fit the MG34 general purpose machine gun.

Provenance

Acquired from RJ Militaria, UK.
The Kusmirek Collection, UK.

Accompanied by a copy of the listing and an image.

CONDITION

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LOT 1052

German WWII MG34 Anti-Aircraft Gun Sight

Sold for (Inc. bp): £195

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