Spionage-Koffer-Funkgerät Type 3 Mk. II "B2" mit der Seriennummer "78373", Großbritannien - photo 1

Spionage-Koffer-Funkgerät Type 3 Mk. II "B2" mit der Seriennummer "78373", Großbritannien

Lot 6512
10.05.2024 10:00UTC +01:00
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€ 5 400
AuctioneerHermann Historica
Event locationGermany, Grasbrunn / München
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Lot 6512 | Spionage-Koffer-Funkgerät Type 3 Mk. II "B2" mit der Seriennummer "78373", Großbritannien
Spionage-Koffer-Funkgerät Type 3 Mk. II "B2" mit der Seriennummer "78373", Großbritannien
Das dreiteilige Funkgerät mit Power Supply Unit (PSU), Receiver (RX) und Transmitter (TX) in optisch sehr gutem Zustand (Vollständigkeit und Funktion nicht geprüft). Das Raulackgehäuse mit verschraubten Typen- wie Bedienschildern. Die Schalter und Drehknöpfe aus Bakelit. Dabei auch eine Raulackbox, bezeichnet "Fix Key", mit Zubehör wie Kopfhörer, Morsetaste, Radio Valves, Radio Tubes, verschiedenen Stromadaptern oder Kabel. Ebenfalls einliegend zwei Michelin-Landkarten von "Paris-Reims" bzw. "La Rochelle-Bordeaux", je im Maßstab 1:200.000, sowie im gleichen Maßstab eine seidene Fluchtkarte von Nordfrankreich sowie Funkcodes auf einem Seidentuch bzw. in sehr klein gedruckter Form, beides versteckt in einer "La Cocarde"-Zündholzschachtel. Das Funkgerät im Koffer gehalten von zwei leinenen Riemen. Der innen mit bedrucktem Papier ausgekleidete braune Koffer an den Ecken und Kanten mit braun lackierten Metallbeschlägen, beide Verschlüsse funktionstüchtig, Schlüssel fehlt. Brauner Ledertragegriff. Herstellerschild "Veritable Fibre Vulcanisée - Lyon", Maße des Koffers 49,5 x 34 x 18 cm, Gewicht ca. 8 kg.
Das Spionage-Funkgerät Type 3 Mk II, oder auch nur "B2" genannt, wurde 1942 beim britischen Geheimdienst SOE (Special Operations Executive) von Captain John Brown entwickelt und sowohl an Agenten als auch an Widerstandsgruppen in von Deutschland besetzten Gebieten als Ausrüstung übergeben. Die Funkreichweite lag bei rund 800 km, das Frequenzspektrum reichte von 3,1 bis 15,5 MHz, wobei das "B2" nicht nur am Stromnetz betrieben werden konnte, sondern mittels einer eingebauten 6-Volt-Batterie auch mobil genutzt werden konnte.
Insbesondere mit dem Originalkoffer von größter Seltenheit.
A British clandestine suitcase-version radio set type 3 Mk. II "B2" with the serial number "78373"
A British clandestine suitcase-version radio set type 3 Mk. II "B2" with the serial number "78373"
The three-part radio set includes a power supply unit (PSU), receiver (RX) and transmitter (TX). In terms of appearance, in excellent condition (completeness and function not checked, however). The rough lacquer housing with screw-mounted type plate and operation panels. The switches and knobs made of Bakelite. Also comes with a rough lacquer box, labelled "Fix Key", containing accessories such as headphones, Morse key, radio valves, radio tubes, various mains adapters and cables. The box also containing two Michelin maps of "Paris-Reims" and "La Rochelle-Bordeaux", both in a scale of 1:200,000, plus, in the same scale, a silk escape map of Northern France, along with radio codes on a silk scarf and in extremely small, printed format, both concealed in a box of "La Cocarde" matches. The radio set fixed in the suitcase by two linen straps. The brown suitcase lined with printed paper, brown lacquered metal fittings on the corners and edges. Both locks fully functional, however the key has been lost. Brown leather carrying handle. Manufacturer's label "Veritable Fibre Vulcanisée - Lyon", dimensions of the suitcase 49.5 x 34 x 18 cm, weight approx. 8 kg.
The clandestine radio set Type 3 Mk II, commonly also known simply as "B2", was designed by Captain John Brown of the British secret service SOE (Special Operations Executive) in 1942 and issued to agents, resistance groups and special forces operating in territory occupied by Germany. It had a radio range of some 800 km, with a frequency range of between 3.1 to 15.5 MHz. Moreover, the "B2" could be operated not just from the mains, but could also be powered by a built-in 6V battery, making it suitable for mobile use.
Extremely rare find, especially as it comes with the original suitcase.
Condition: II
Place of origin:United Kingdom
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