This is an excellent example of a WWII USMC issue Unertl Sniper Scope and scope can. 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. These rifles were used in early 1942-43 during the initial invasions of many of the Japanese held islands. 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. 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. 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. The rear of the scope tube is roll marked "J. Unertl/ USMC-SNIPER/1327" and it is marked with an "8" on outside reticle holding ring indicating "8" power magnification. This scope is accompanied with an original WWII issue micarta scope 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. 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 rare scope is complete with the original Unertl scope mounts, two scope clamps (with no recoil spring) and the screw on end caps.

Excellent with 98% of the blue finish overall edge and high spot wear. The optics are clear and the reticle is intact. The micarta scope can retains most of its green painted exterior with wear on the edges and high spots overall mixed with minor scratches and nicks and stains on the outside overall. The canvas strap and belt loop is intact.