WWII British Military Field Telephone Set “F” Mk II by T.M.C., c.1940s
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A British military field telephone, model Telephone Set "F" Mk II, manufactured by T.M.C. (Telephone Manufacturing Company) during the Second World War. Heavy black Bakelite construction with twin bells, original handset with Ericsson mark (period service replacement), and hand-operated ringing generator.
Front plate reads: "Replace Handset When Finished and Ring Off." Unrestored, with strong original patina and age related wear consistent with wartime service.
Item Details
Period/Date: c. 1940–1945
Country/Origin: United Kingdom
Material: Bakelite, brass, steel, electrical components and fabric covered wiring
Condition: Original unrestored condition with substantial surface wear, dust, oxidation, patina and deterioration to sections of the fabric-covered wiring. Handset and bells present. Electrical operation has not been tested. Condition is consistent with military field equipment of the period.
Dimensions:
Weight: Unknown
Provenance: Dar Al Tourath collection, Lebanon
Maker/Manufacturer: Telephone Manufacturing Company T.M.C.
Style: British WWII Military Communications Equipment / Field Telephone
Restoration/Repairs: No obvious restoration observed. Handset may be a period/service replacement; not confirmed.
Signature/Marks: "TELEPHONE SET F. MK. II. T.M.C."Instruction plate: "REPLACE HANDSET WHEN FINISHED AND RING OFF"Handset marked Ericsson
Reference/ Inventory Number: DT-0147
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