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This object is on display in Boeing Aviation Hangar at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA.

Boeing Aviation Hangar

Object Details

Country of Origin

Japan

Type

ARMAMENT-Sights & Controls

Manufacturer

Tomioka Optical Machine Manufacturing Factory (Tomioka Kogaku Kikai Seizo sho)

Physical Description

Navy Type 98 Reflector Gunsight . Very similar to Revi in design. Has front mount suitable for installation in fighter aircraft. Knob at rear is a rheostat for "Dark" and "Bright."
255mm l, 210mm h; Has reflector glass & alternate ring & post.

Dimensions

Retained in natural finish box: 11-1/4"x 13"x 6". 255mm long, 210mm high

Materials

Wood, Copper Alloy, Preservative Coating, Paint, Glass, Plastic, Steel, Leather, Natural Fabric, Paper, Adhesive

Inventory Number

A19730053000

Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

Restrictions & Rights

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