Original U.S. WWI Wooden Trench Periscope U.S. Field Gear so it definitely did see

so it definitely did see use after conversion

The front and rear visor stitching is slightly loose

It features a leather three pad leather liner similar to the German WW1 helmet and to the front displays a truly impressive large gilt/brass Police Helmet Badge of a CROWN over an oval containing THREE CROWNS and a variant pair of crossed ROMAN FASCES (a bundle of rods bound bound together with a protruding axe head as a symbol of Authority)

Overall a stunning Normandy Camouflage M35 Helmet offered in wonderful condition

the Model 1841 had seen its best days though it was still in circulation and thusly pressed into action

Original U.S. WWI Wooden Trench Periscope U.S. Field Gear so it definitely did seeOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an original trench periscope from World War I, which was a life saving essential during trench warfare. It remains in good original condition, with most of its olive drab green paint still intact. The periscope includes its original adjustable leg and belt clip. The periscope utilizes two opposing glass mirrors, one on top and one on the bottom, held in a wooden case that is secured together by twisted wire.