Original Item: Only One Available. This is an extremely scarce accessory for the Soviet WW2 Era DShK heavy machine gun. Originally issued in 1938, and updated in 1946, the DShK was one of the most widely used Heavy Machine Guns in the 20th century.
This is the exotic rear sight for the DShK 12.7mm Heavy MG, which is fully functional, with rotating crosshairs and tracking reticle, still linked with the connecting rod. The small crank on the side rotates both sides at the same time, and is fully functional, though the wooden handle is missing. The sight also disassembles correctly using the clamp between the two sections.
The rear sight is covered in a host of markings and scales and is dated 1953. Below this is the serial number ЕР640, and above this is an arrow in a diamond for the Izhevsk Mechanical Plant (Russian: Ижевский Механический Завод, Izhevsky Mekhancheskiy Zavod). This plant was founded in 1942 to manufacture small arms.
The rear sight assembly has a small “wing” facsimile for tracking on one side, making this a most attractive set and an absolute must for any DShk owner. Please note that this listing is just for the rear sight itself, and the barrel clamp and other accessories are not included.
Ready to display!
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