The ALL-WEATHER stamping was added when adjustment covers were added. These are identified by their “F” prefixed serial numbers and lack of any adjustment turrets. They are basically just a straight tube, and all of the adjustments had to be made with the scope mounts. They aren’t too commonly seen and have no internal adjustment. One odd variation is the Lyman Fixed Alaskan. However, one thing that is widely known is that Alaskan scopes with a “B” prefix were military-issued scopes, bringing a hefty price tag today. Unfortunately, little to no data exists regarding the years the associated serial numbers were manufactured. It is safe to assume that he was given a few examples to review prior to their release.Īll Lyman Alaskans were serial numbered.
That book was published in 1938, the year before the Lyman Alaskan was released to the public. Sharpe wrote about the Lyman Alaskan in his book, The Rifle In America. I am unsure whether this was done at the factory or by a custom shop. While this may have been the case when it was introduced, many examples are found with a target dot and some with the two-dot drop compensated reticles. Sharpe wrote that the Lyman Alaskan would be available in seven different reticle types: blunt picket post, blunt picket post with a fine cross-wire, sharp picket post, sharp picket post with cross-wire, tapered flat-top post, tapered flat-top post with cross-wire, and plain cross-wires also known as “crosshairs” today. “LYMAN ALASKAN: This is one of America’s newest and finest telescopic sights designed for high power rifles and constructed with precision and attention to detail.” – Philip B. The Alaskan had a rather long eye relief, making it a popular option for rifles that don’t normally have the bolt handle clearance for scopes, such as the Winchester Model Springfield. The Alaskan has great light-gathering characteristics for the era but is hardly comparable to modern optics. The glass was made by Bausch & Lomb and is polarized. The windage and elevation adjustments are internal and marked appropriately for direction. The Lyman Alaskan is a straight 2 1/2 power scope with a 7/8-inch all-steel blued tube. The text on one side of the box reads, “LYMAN ALASKAN ALL-WEATHER HUNTING SCOPE.” Another side describes the scope in detail with, Designed for Hunting Rifles emphasized. Introduced to the public in 1939, it came in a bright orange box with a Dall sheep head and bullseye target on the label.
The Lyman Alaskan built itself quite the reputation for being durable.
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