Description
This is an original Colt-manufactured manual, printed in the United States for the Vickers Machine Gun, Model of 1915, with full instructions for the Mark IV Tripod. Issued during World War I for the American-licensed Colt production of the Vickers, this 33-page handbook details the assembly, operation, maintenance, and tripod adjustments for the weapon.
The manual features technical diagrams, exploded parts illustrations, and authentic Colt typography, reflecting the craftsmanship and precision of early U.S. ordnance documentation. Designed for armorers and gunners, it provided the standard field guidance for the American-made Vickers guns used by the U.S. and Allied forces.
This example is an authentic period original, not a reprint. It retains strong legibility, clean diagrams, and only light age toning consistent with proper storage. A rare artifact from Colt’s wartime production history and an outstanding addition to any serious military arms or ordnance reference collection.
