Dear All,
Recently purchased an aluminum Ross scope from Joy, the widow of Peter Kirk (formerly Deer Commission). Thought someone here might know or know of him.
When I saw it up for sale I had to have it. A larger Ross stalking scope is not common but an aluminum one is rare. These would have cost £20 in the 1880's-1890's which was a king's ransom then. Weight difference is noticeable compared to the brass scope, weight savings being a big plus on a long steep climb.
I contacted Joy explaining my intentions and that it would be restored and used again on the hill. Arrived needing a clean, second draw needed repacking and the objective bell housing was loose. Having repaired it I must say this is one of my better glasses, ready for many more years of use!



Also shown is the new case which I had made by Lynn of Gammack leather, happily both my brass and aluminum scopes fit well. Made to my specs and with a strong pipe insert it is reassuringly rigid.


Recently purchased an aluminum Ross scope from Joy, the widow of Peter Kirk (formerly Deer Commission). Thought someone here might know or know of him.
When I saw it up for sale I had to have it. A larger Ross stalking scope is not common but an aluminum one is rare. These would have cost £20 in the 1880's-1890's which was a king's ransom then. Weight difference is noticeable compared to the brass scope, weight savings being a big plus on a long steep climb.
I contacted Joy explaining my intentions and that it would be restored and used again on the hill. Arrived needing a clean, second draw needed repacking and the objective bell housing was loose. Having repaired it I must say this is one of my better glasses, ready for many more years of use!



Also shown is the new case which I had made by Lynn of Gammack leather, happily both my brass and aluminum scopes fit well. Made to my specs and with a strong pipe insert it is reassuringly rigid.

