![]() ![]() It really suits the CPA too, better I think than the 18x Unertl I took off of it: I like this scope a little more than my MVA B5 actually, although it is pricier. They have 0.2" more range than a standard Unertl mount, and use POSA blocks. This rare scope is complete with the original Unertl scope mounts, two scope clamps (with no recoil spring) and the screw on end caps.I bought one of these a while ago for my long range rifle but decided today to put it on my CPA as the LR rifle is is not drilled and tapped yet.įor anyone not familiar with these scopes they are an 8x, 3/4" tube scope with "no-click" Unertl style mounts. The outside has a green painted/impregnated type of finish with its original canvas strap and belt loop attached to the side of the can. This is the Second Variation scope can that was made from a green fiber-board type of material with a domed twist on cap. This scope is accompanied with an original WWII issue micarta scope can. Unertl/ USMC-SNIPER/1327" and it is marked with an "8" on outside reticle holding ring indicating "8" power magnification. The rear of the scope tube is roll marked "J. There were approximately 2,800 of these scopes made in total with this example being a fairly early mid-production example that remains in like new condition. After WWII these scopes remained in USMC inventory and again were used very successfully throughout Korea and again in Vietnam from 1962-68 when mounted on match conditioned Winchester Model 70 target rifles. They were very effective in the early stages of the war, however their higher magnification became a hindrance in the close fighting in the jungles. These rifles were used in early 1942-43 during the initial invasions of many of the Japanese held islands. These Unertl scopes were developed and manufactured by John Unertl in 1940/41 under contract for the USMC and were originally intended to be mounted on Springfield Armory M1903 National Match rifles as modified by USMC/Navy armorers. ![]() This is an excellent example of a WWII USMC issue Unertl Sniper Scope and scope can. ![]()
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