New treasure -1916 Aldis scope

[Surpmil]

I had known of this scope for some months before I finally traded it off the guy. It is a very tidy example of the 1916 Aldis scope with Purdey mounts and bases, as well as the leather carry case. I am a happy camper!
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That is a beauty, just as it would have been when sold off post-WWI. The finish is remarkably good for a scope that was probably fitted up in 1916 or early 1917. One might wonder where it spent the war. I have never seen a number where that pantograph-engraved "7" is on top of the tube, but it obviously meant something!

Complete right down the screws; I wonder what thread they are. The bases almost look like they were left "white" or only lightly browned.

What say you Roger?