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How do I choose binoculars?
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

Navy Binoculars
$7,058 / item
Miniature silver binoculars
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Miniature silver binoculars with engravings and wooden applications. Metal: Silver
Category

20th Century European Models and Miniatures

Materials

Silver

Miniature silver binoculars
$1,000
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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

1940's WW2 Binoculars.
$7,500 Sale Price
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Russian 20×110 Naval Binoculars
By Louis Solomon
Located in Aspen, CO
20×110 Naval Binoculars. Manufactured by leading Soviet optical factories such as LOMO or ZOMZ, these
Category

Vintage 1970s Scientific Instruments

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

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

Vintage Binoculars for Bausch & Lomb
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Vintage Binoculars with leather case.
Category

20th Century American More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture

Materials

Metal

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