Original U.S. WWII M3 6x30 Binoculars by Nash-Kelvinator Corp. dated 1943 with M17 Leather Case French & Indian War In the words of historian

In the words of historian Eric Larrabee

Below this is it stamped with the manufacture date of [19]43

Appears In excellent operational condition however some paint loss on the exterior surface

At the beginning of World War II on 1 September 1939

This example was originally manufactured at Harpers Ferry Armory circa 1816-1834

Original U.S. WWII M3 6x30 Binoculars by Nash-Kelvinator Corp. dated 1943 with M17 Leather Case French & Indian War In the words of historianOriginal Item: Only One Available. The M3, M13 and M13A1 binoculars were issued to all branches of the U. S. military during WW2. The M3 was the first model, which was acceptable, but was superseded by the M13 and M13A1, which resolved issues with the M3, particularly with regard to water proofing. The later models also introduced coated optics to reduce glare. A total of 43,378 were made at an original price of $72 ea., however the majority were the