| Places | |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | REL/03359.003 |
| Collection type | Technology |
| Object type | Artillery Accessory |
| Physical description | Paint, Steel |
| Place made | Germany |
| Date made | c 1941 |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
Ratchet handle for adjustable feet of 88 mm Flak 36 Anti Aircraft German Gun.
Description
Ratchet handle for adjusting the support pads for the Flak 36 dual purpose Anti-Aircraft Gun. Handles are adjustable. A small lever enables forward and reverse movement of the ratchet mechanism to allow up and down movement of the foot. Painted surface is original German desert yellow.
History / Summary
The gun was used in North Africa during the Second World War. The ratchet handle is for the adjustable feet of the German 88 mm Anti Aircraft Gun.