c.1943 Very Rare WWII Torpedo Detonation Timer

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c.1943 Very Rare WWII Torpedo Detonation Timer
Inv. #: g158
Description:

A very rare WWII Torpedo Detonation Timer in the original hardwood box with original instructions and key.

Case:

The hardwood case has jointed and screwed corners, a hinged and latched top with Japanese characters in black and red on the exterior and the original printed instructions on the interior and a plaque on the front with Japanese characters, several numbers and stamps that indicate naval service.

Movement:

Fitted and secured by two screws inside is the steel timing mechanism that is wound and set with the original key.

Notes:

This device would have been used to scuttle a submarine; it would be inserted into the nose of a torpedo in place of its normal impact pin or proximity fuse, and set to give the crew 36 minutes to abandon ship.

Ref:

For another similar example see:

http://www.bonhams.com/auctions/21082/lot/102/

Size: 6.5 in. wide, 4.25 in. high, 5.75in. deep.
Retail Price: sold

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