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How do I choose binoculars?
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Choosing a set of binoculars is really a matter of preference and will depend on the intended use. The magnification strength, objective lens diameter, protective features and materials used will all vary depending on how you will use them. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a variety of binoculars for any activity ranging from bird watching to going to the opera.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Navy Binoculars
Located in Paris, FR
Binoculars Navy with polished steel adjustable tripod base.
With polished aluminium and steel
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Nautical Objects
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
$7,009
Chinese Military Binoculars
Located in Norwell, MA
High power binoculars on custom hardwood pedestal with cut crystal lenses precision binoculars with
Category
Vintage 1960s Asian Nautical Objects
Materials
Metal
Old Argentine Binoculars
By Eigendorf y Lesser 1
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
O/740, old Argentine binoculars for Your holidays !
That's a very interesting price for closing
Category
Early 20th Century Argentine Other Nautical Objects
Materials
Steel
$574 Sale Price
35% Off
1940's WW2 Binoculars.
By Nikon
Located in Aspen, CO
Nikon marine binoculars mounted on a wooden period tripod, these exceptional binoculars display
Category
Vintage 1940s Japanese Scientific Instruments
Materials
Aluminum, Silver
$15,000
Solid Brass Marine Binoculars
Located in Norwell, MA
Exceptional pair of French yachting binoculars. Polished and lacquered gentleman's binoculars with
Category
Antique 1890s French Nautical Objects
Materials
Brass
BMT 110 mm Binoculars
By Kazan
Located in Aspen, CO
BMT-110 Soviet Marine Binocular Telescope – 20x110mm Cold War Era Optics, Circa 1950s
Step into the history of Cold War surveillance and maritime observation with this rare Soviet B...
Category
20th Century European Scientific Instruments
Materials
Steel
$35,000