Original U.S. WWII M17A1 7x50 Binoculars with Coated Optics in M44 Leather Case German Machine Guns unlike it's predecessor the Model

unlike it's predecessor the Model 1860 Light Cavalry

which would allow attachment to the the side of a boot or to a belt

and a Tripod mount

The 379th Bomb Group flew its first 300 missions in less time than any other heavy Bombardment Group

Original U.S. WWII M17A1 7x50 Binoculars with Coated Optics in M44 Leather Case German Machine Guns unlike it's predecessor the ModelOriginal Item: Only One Available. The M17A1 was one of the last versions of large 7x50 binoculars used by the U. S. Military during WWII. These followed the M15, M15A1, M16, and M17 types. They were known for their nice wide field, and were used by all branches. Post war, many of these were painted OD Green, including the leather case and neck strap, and this is one such example. This unfortunately removed some of the markings, but definitely