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WW2 British Mk1 (T) Type K “TABBY” Night Vision monocular ZA23119

Article about: I bought the monocular a little while ago, however, the militaria Gods have shined on me and I have managed to acquire an original case for it so I think it deserves a thread of its own. The

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    Default WW2 British Mk1 (T) Type K “TABBY” Night Vision monocular ZA23119

    I bought the monocular a little while ago, however, the militaria Gods have shined on me and I have managed to acquire an original case for it so I think it deserves a thread of its own.
    The monocular is in good condition (as is the case), however, does not work. They were a sealed unit, although I have heard of some collectors opening them and replacing the battery (not something I intend to do). There was a piece of the original inventory tag inside the case.
    They’re a rare bit of kit so I’m very happy to get a case for it. They were initially intended for special forces. What I find interesting is the fact that both the monocular and case have “identification” numbers / serials, however, there are none of the standard British military marks or dates, etc. Apparently there were specific instructions on how to destroy them to stop them getting into enemy hands
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    WW2 British Mk1 (T) Type K “TABBY” Night Vision monocular ZA23119   WW2 British Mk1 (T) Type K “TABBY” Night Vision monocular ZA23119  

    WW2 British Mk1 (T) Type K “TABBY” Night Vision monocular ZA23119   WW2 British Mk1 (T) Type K “TABBY” Night Vision monocular ZA23119  

    WW2 British Mk1 (T) Type K “TABBY” Night Vision monocular ZA23119   WW2 British Mk1 (T) Type K “TABBY” Night Vision monocular ZA23119  

    WW2 British Mk1 (T) Type K “TABBY” Night Vision monocular ZA23119   WW2 British Mk1 (T) Type K “TABBY” Night Vision monocular ZA23119  

    WW2 British Mk1 (T) Type K “TABBY” Night Vision monocular ZA23119   WW2 British Mk1 (T) Type K “TABBY” Night Vision monocular ZA23119  

    WW2 British Mk1 (T) Type K “TABBY” Night Vision monocular ZA23119   WW2 British Mk1 (T) Type K “TABBY” Night Vision monocular ZA23119  


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    There is more information about the night vision monocular here:

    Arnhem Jim: WWII British Special Forces Night Vision Technology - "TABBY" RG Receiver

    This image (taken from the link) shows what the original tag would have looked like
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