WWI US Army Field Telephone - Model 1917
This is a US army field telephone. As issued during World War One, which saw the introduction
of modern communication to the battlefield for the first time.
The body of the phone is made of wood. All joints are dove tailed, showing that a considerable
amount of work was put in place in building the case. This telephone is the predecessor to
the WWII EE-8 Field Phone.
Which shared a very similar design minus the wooden case.
A black metal lid is hinged to one side of the case. A round opening to the side allows the
crank to be accessible.
The information provided here helps the visitor identify WWI US items. The worth of the item is
also displayed over a period of several years.
This page is a recognition and identification guide for WWI US military collectibles.
Multiple detailed photos of a specific sample are provided. Descriptions point out
clearly defined points that should be noted.
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reviewed over a period of several years. A trend can be observed. The present worth
of the American military artifacts in the collector's market is illustrated.
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When the handdset is in use it is hung on a hook found on the side of the case. The cord
attaching the handset to the main body is insulated with a cloth cover. Later models
employed a black rubber cover.
A metal tag is riveted on the side of the field phone. The data reads as follows:
Camp Telephone
Model 1917
Signal Corps US Army
Order No. 4969 Aug 30 1916
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This WWI US military collectible may be currently
reproduced.
It is becoming more difficult to be able to tell the fake ones from the real ones because
the quality of the reproductions is improving. The collector must become familiarized with
the construction style and materials employed in the manufacturing of this item.
Attention to the details is critical in order to be able to determine the authenticity of
the collectible.
If you have an interest is seeing other WWI US military collectibles, you can do so by going
to our The History of the Military gear of WWI identification and price guide.
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