Leupold Alaskan 2.5X Scope

[Smo1127]

Got this in trade, never heard of the Alaskan by Leupold. Called customer service and was informed they made it for 1 year in 1990. Great scope, Steel tube, 7/8ths. I do not see any marks on it. Duplex , with crystal clear glass. Great for getting the “look” on a vintage hunting rig. Only found one for sale on Guns Int for $595, mine is $425

Also have the Lyman Gun Sight Corp. Alaskan, same condition with rings installed. True vintage beautiful, with T Post sights. Same scope used on the M84 sniper scope mounted on the Garand rifle in WW2-Korea.

Finally i do have the highly sought after M84 Sniper Scope with all mounts and all wind/drop adjustments. T post sights, beautiful condition

Not sure what im going to do with the last two scopes, if interested in these, lets talk.

 

[tarbe]

Learn something new every day!! Very cool retro scope.

GLWS

 

[Smo1127]

Thanks for all the PMs, looks like the Alaskan is going to be traded at end of week if not sold.

Just a bit more info to add on scopes

The Lyman Alaskan I have was used for the M82 Sniper Scope. Pre 1945. It was issued as a complete piece to specialized units. Also shipped to select unit armorers to be configured “in the field “ to sniper scope status. Upgrades to the M1 made quick install possible. Canada also ordered and was shipped 1500 of these

The M84 Sniper Scope, one i have, was manuf 1945-through Korean war timeframe. A limited early amount were manufactured by Leupold-Stevens, then contract taken over by Libby-Owens-Ford. Major US glass company that existed from 1900-early 80s. Made glass for Ford Automobile to Coke, to windows in the Empire State Building.

Sorry if boring, but I love the old history of shooting, especially US stuff!

Steve

 

[Smo1127]

SPF Thanks!