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USSR Post-war 15 x 110 Military Binoculars by Novosibirsk ("Big Eye"). 1950's.
USSR Post-war 15 x 110 Military Binoculars by Novosibirsk ("Big Eye"). 1950's.

USSR Post-war 15 x 110 Military Binoculars by Novosibirsk ("Big Eye"). 1950's.

Located in Canterbury, England

ussian Post-war 15 x 110 Military Binoculars by Novosibirsk ref PNB-2 (nHe-2) These so called "big eye" Binoculars were primarily used by Russian patrol, and border guards as well a...

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Vintage 1950s Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Aluminum

WWII Japanese 20x120 Big Eye Military Binoculars by Tokyo Optical Company
WWII Japanese 20x120 Big Eye Military Binoculars by Tokyo Optical Company

WWII Japanese 20x120 Big Eye Military Binoculars by Tokyo Optical Company

Located in Leicester, Leicestershire

An exceptional pair of WWII-era Japanese 20x120 “Big Eye” military binoculars, manufactured by the Tokyo Optical Company (TOKO) for the Imperial Japanese Navy.

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Vintage 1940s Japanese Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Bronze

1970's Japanese Nikon 20 x 120 Big Eye Military Binoculars & Tripod
1970's Japanese Nikon 20 x 120 Big Eye Military Binoculars & Tripod

1970's Japanese Nikon 20 x 120 Big Eye Military Binoculars & Tripod

By Nikon

Located in Leicester, Leicestershire

An iconic piece of Japanese military-grade optics, this pair of Nikon 20×120 binocular telescopes represents one of the most highly regarded large-format observation instruments of t...

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Vintage 1970s Japanese Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Bronze

Antique French Field Binoculars Brass Leather Wrap Le Maire
Antique French Field Binoculars Brass Leather Wrap Le Maire

Antique French Field Binoculars Brass Leather Wrap Le Maire

By LeMaire Paris 1

Located in Chula Vista, CA

French Military Binoculars Leather Wrapped stamped MV SRL field gear 4.5 W x 2.13 D x 5.63 H Preowned original vintage condition.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Sports Equipment and Mem...

Materials

Brass, Metal

19th Century French Opera Binoculars by LeMaire Paris, Leather & Metal
19th Century French Opera Binoculars by LeMaire Paris, Leather & Metal

19th Century French Opera Binoculars by LeMaire Paris, Leather & Metal

By LeMaire Paris 1

Located in Chula Vista, CA

19th Century French Opera Military Binoculars Lemaire Fabt Paris 5 w x 2.5 D x 5.88 H Leather Metal Original unrestored vintage used condition Refer to all images listed

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Antique Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Sports Equipment and Mem...

Materials

Metal

Rare WWII German 10x80 Flak Binoculars on Tripod, Restored
Rare WWII German 10x80 Flak Binoculars on Tripod, Restored

Rare WWII German 10x80 Flak Binoculars on Tripod, Restored

Located in Nottingham, GB

The professionally restored and polished exterior gives the binoculars a particularly striking appearance, highlighting the substantial engineering and mechanical construction of thi...

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Early 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

Vintage, German, Leitz 10 x 80 Observation Binoculars
Vintage, German, Leitz 10 x 80 Observation Binoculars

Vintage, German, Leitz 10 x 80 Observation Binoculars

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

Second world war 10 x 80 observation binoculars. A pair of German ex military observation binoculars with 45º incline eyepieces mounted onto an aluminium cradle and gimble.

Category

Vintage 1940s German Scientific Instruments

Materials

Aluminum

Cold War 20x120 Naval Binoculars with Illumination Control, Japan 1984
Cold War 20x120 Naval Binoculars with Illumination Control, Japan 1984

Cold War 20x120 Naval Binoculars with Illumination Control, Japan 1984

By Kowa

Located in Leicester, Leicestershire

A superbly preserved and visually dramatic object, this binocular set offers exceptional historical and display value both as a conversation piece and as a window into Cold War marit...

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Vintage 1980s Japanese Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Bronze

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WWII US Military Field Binoculars, 1943
WWII US Military Field Binoculars, 1943

WWII US Military Field Binoculars, 1943

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H 6 in W 3 in D 8 in

WWII US Military Field Binoculars, 1943

By Taylor-Hobson

Located in Houston, TX

"WWII US military field binoculars," Taylor-Hobson MK III, 1943.

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Vintage 1940s American Historical Memorabilia

French Military Officer With Map And Binoculars
French Military Officer With Map And Binoculars

French Military Officer With Map And Binoculars

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H 14.97 in W 11.03 in

French Military Officer With Map And Binoculars

By Étienne Prosper Berne-Bellecour

Located in Mexico, MX

Oil on Panel. by french Painter E. Berne- Bellecour

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20th Century French Other Paintings

Materials

Panel

Chinese Military Binoculars
Chinese Military Binoculars

Chinese Military Binoculars

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H 60 in W 15 in D 15 in

Chinese Military Binoculars

Located in Norwell, MA

High power binoculars on custom hardwood pedestal with cut crystal lenses precision binoculars with exceptionally wide field of view. Eyepieces of 20 and 40 power. 59" H. 60 lbs.

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Vintage 1960s Asian Nautical Objects

Materials

Metal

WWll German Military Binoculars and Leather Case, c.1940
WWll German Military Binoculars and Leather Case, c.1940

WWll German Military Binoculars and Leather Case, c.1940

Located in San Francisco, CA

About World War ll era leather wrapped and brass German military binoculars with original leather strap. The objective lenses are 30mm in diameter and their optics are good.

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Early 20th Century German Industrial Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Metal, Brass

Military Binoculars on Stand
Military Binoculars on Stand

Military Binoculars on Stand

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H 53 in W 9.25 in D 17 in

Military Binoculars on Stand

Located in London, GB

Superb 1940's French made 12 x 60 binoculars (12 power magnification and 60 mm objective lenses) that replicate the successful design by Carl Zeiss of Jena. The oculars are inclined ...

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Vintage 1940s French Scientific Instruments

Zeiss Military Binoculars, circa 1940
Zeiss Military Binoculars, circa 1940

Zeiss Military Binoculars, circa 1940

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H 55.5 in W 9 in D 16 in

Zeiss Military Binoculars, circa 1940

By Carl Zeiss

Located in London, GB

Dimensions: Binoculars length 41 cm/16 inches x width 23cm/9 inches.

Category

Vintage 1940s German Scientific Instruments

Materials

Aluminum

World War II Military Binoculars
World War II Military Binoculars

World War II Military Binoculars

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W 14.5 in D 16.25 in

World War II Military Binoculars

Located in London, GB

This model of binocular was designed by Emil Busch in 1935, adopted by the military in 1936 and went into production with various modifications and manufacturers.

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Vintage 1940s German Scientific Instruments

Spectacular Mid-20th Century Military Binoculars
Spectacular Mid-20th Century Military Binoculars

Spectacular Mid-20th Century Military Binoculars

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H 18.51 in W 17.33 in D 17.72 in

Spectacular Mid-20th Century Military Binoculars

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This mid-20th century military observation binoculars on telescopic stand has been originally designed for detecting of targets by anti-aircraft batteries.

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Vintage 1940s Russian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

J. Schneider WWII Military Binoculars, circa 1940
J. Schneider WWII Military Binoculars, circa 1940

J. Schneider WWII Military Binoculars, circa 1940

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H 58.25 in W 24.5 in D 24.5 in

J. Schneider WWII Military Binoculars, circa 1940

By Joseph Schneider

Located in London, GB

This model of binocular was originally designed by Emil Busch in 1935, adopted by the military in 1936 and went into production with various modifications and manufacturers.

Category

Vintage 1940s German Scientific Instruments

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Ernst Leitz WWII 10 x 80 Military Binoculars, circa 1940
Ernst Leitz WWII 10 x 80 Military Binoculars, circa 1940

Ernst Leitz WWII 10 x 80 Military Binoculars, circa 1940

By Ernst Leitz Wetzlar

Located in London, GB

This model was designed by Emil Busch in 1935, adopted by the military in 1936 and went into production with various modifications and manufacturers including Leitz.

Category

Vintage 1940s German Scientific Instruments

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Military Nikon Binoculars
Military Nikon Binoculars

Military Nikon Binoculars

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H 61.03 in W 17.72 in D 31.5 in

Military Nikon Binoculars

By Nikon

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

A pair of Nikon 20 X 120 military binoculars. Set on a period, extendable oak and polished metal Stand. 20X magnification with 120mm objective lenses.

Category

Vintage 1940s Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

World War II Japanese Military 20 x 120 Binoculars
World War II Japanese Military 20 x 120 Binoculars

World War II Japanese Military 20 x 120 Binoculars

By NIKKO

Located in London, GB

The Japanese companies of Nikko and Toko were the main manufacturers of binoculars for Japan's military during WWII. The binoculars have been stripped of their original paint, the ca...

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20th Century Japanese Industrial Nautical Objects

Fine Impressive WW1 Brass and Leather Binoculars c.1917
Fine Impressive WW1 Brass and Leather Binoculars c.1917

Fine Impressive WW1 Brass and Leather Binoculars c.1917

Located in Bath, GB

A really unusual and impressive pair of World War 1 pair of British issued military binoculars meticulously professionally cleaned and polished, restoring them to their former glory;...

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Vintage 1910s British Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

Superb WWII Military Observation Binoculars by Toko of Japan on Aluminium Stand
Superb WWII Military Observation Binoculars by Toko of Japan on Aluminium Stand

Superb WWII Military Observation Binoculars by Toko of Japan on Aluminium Stand

Located in London, GB

A superb pair of 15 x 100 (15 power magnification and 100 mm objective lenses) large scale military binoculars, circa 1940, by Toko of Japan, originally used for long range land, sea...

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Vintage 1940s Japanese More Furniture and Collectibles

Nikko 20 x 120 Military Observation Binoculars
Nikko 20 x 120 Military Observation Binoculars

Nikko 20 x 120 Military Observation Binoculars

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H 67.25 in W 15.75 in D 22.5 in

Nikko 20 x 120 Military Observation Binoculars

By NIKKO

Located in London, GB

A superb pair of WWII 20 x 120 (20 power magnification and 120 mm objective lenses) military observation binoculars by Nikko of Japan.

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Scientific Instruments

Materials

Aluminum, Gold Plate, Brass

19th C. Leather Wrapped French Field Binoculars, c.1880
19th C. Leather Wrapped French Field Binoculars, c.1880

19th C. Leather Wrapped French Field Binoculars, c.1880

By LeMaire Paris 1

Located in San Francisco, CA

About This is an original pair of leather wrapped military binoculars and original leather case. This large pair of binoculars has "LeMaire Fabt Paris" stamped on each side.

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Antique Late 19th Century French High Victorian Sports Equipment and Mem...

Materials

Metal

Pair WW1 Binoculars - British Officer's Issue by LeMaire, Paris
Pair WW1 Binoculars - British Officer's Issue by LeMaire, Paris

Pair WW1 Binoculars - British Officer's Issue by LeMaire, Paris

By LeMaire Paris 1

Located in Bath, GB

A fabulous pair of French made World War 1 British Officers Military binoculars with both the brass on the binoculars and the leather case with the British military crows foot mark.

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Vintage 1910s French Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

WW1 Binoculars and Case, British Officer's Issue
WW1 Binoculars and Case, British Officer's Issue

WW1 Binoculars and Case, British Officer's Issue

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H 6.75 in W 5.5 in D 3.25 in

WW1 Binoculars and Case, British Officer's Issue

By LeMaire Paris 1

Located in Bath, GB

A fabulous pair of French made World War 1 British Officers Military binoculars with the brass on the binoculars having the British military crows foot mark.

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Vintage 1910s French Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

WW1 Binoculars and Case, British Officer's Issue
WW1 Binoculars and Case, British Officer's Issue

WW1 Binoculars and Case, British Officer's Issue

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H 6.75 in W 5.5 in D 3.25 in

WW1 Binoculars and Case, British Officer's Issue

By LeMaire Paris 1

Located in Bath, GB

A fabulous pair of French made World War 1 British Officers Military binoculars with the brass on the binoculars having the British military crows foot mark.

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Vintage 1910s French Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Pair WW1 Binoculars, British Officer's Issue by LeMaire, Paris
Pair WW1 Binoculars, British Officer's Issue by LeMaire, Paris

Pair WW1 Binoculars, British Officer's Issue by LeMaire, Paris

By LeMaire Paris 1

Located in Bath, GB

A fabulous pair of French made World War 1 British Officers Military binoculars with both the brass on the binoculars and the leather case with the British military crows foot mark.

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Vintage 1910s French Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Superb Pair of WWI Binoculars and Case, British Officer's Issue, 1918
Superb Pair of WWI Binoculars and Case, British Officer's Issue, 1918

Superb Pair of WWI Binoculars and Case, British Officer's Issue, 1918

Located in Bath, GB

A fabulous pair of World War I British Officers Military binoculars with both the brass on the binoculars and the leather case with the British military crows foot mark.

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Vintage 1910s English Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Pair WW1 Binoculars, British Officer's Issue by LeMaire, Paris
Pair WW1 Binoculars, British Officer's Issue by LeMaire, Paris

Pair WW1 Binoculars, British Officer's Issue by LeMaire, Paris

By LeMaire Paris 1

Located in Bath, GB

A fabulous pair of French made World War 1 British Officers Military binoculars with both the brass on the binoculars and the leather case with the British military crows foot mark.

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Vintage 1910s French Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Pair WW1 Binoculars and Case, British Officer's Issue, 1916, Lemaire, Paris
Pair WW1 Binoculars and Case, British Officer's Issue, 1916, Lemaire, Paris

Pair WW1 Binoculars and Case, British Officer's Issue, 1916, Lemaire, Paris

By LeMaire Paris 1

Located in Bath, GB

A fabulous pair of French made World War 1 British Officers Military binoculars with both the brass on the binoculars and the leather case with the British military crows foot mark.

Category

Vintage 1910s French Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Pair of WWI Binoculars and Case, British Officer's Issue, 1917, Comont, Paris
Pair of WWI Binoculars and Case, British Officer's Issue, 1917, Comont, Paris

Pair of WWI Binoculars and Case, British Officer's Issue, 1917, Comont, Paris

Located in Bath, GB

A fabulous pair of World War 1 British Officers Military binoculars made in France, signed Colmont Paris with both the brass on the binoculars and the leather case with the British m...

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Vintage 1910s French Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Pair of WWI Binoculars and Case, British Officer's Issue, 1916, LeMaire, Paris
Pair of WWI Binoculars and Case, British Officer's Issue, 1916, LeMaire, Paris

Pair of WWI Binoculars and Case, British Officer's Issue, 1916, LeMaire, Paris

By LeMaire Paris 1

Located in Bath, GB

A fabulous pair of French made World War 1 British Officers Military binoculars with both the brass on the binoculars and the leather case with the British military crows foot mark.

Category

Vintage 1910s French Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Pair WW1 Binoculars and Case, British Officer's Issue, 1917, Colmont, Paris
Pair WW1 Binoculars and Case, British Officer's Issue, 1917, Colmont, Paris

Pair WW1 Binoculars and Case, British Officer's Issue, 1917, Colmont, Paris

Located in Bath, GB

A fabulous pair of World War 1 British Officers Military binoculars made in France, signed Colmont Paris with both the brass on the binoculars and the leather case with the British m...

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Vintage 1910s French Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Pair WW1 Binoculars and Case - British Officer's Issue - 1917 - LeMaire, Paris
Pair WW1 Binoculars and Case - British Officer's Issue - 1917 - LeMaire, Paris

Pair WW1 Binoculars and Case - British Officer's Issue - 1917 - LeMaire, Paris

By LeMaire Paris 1

Located in Bath, GB

A fabulous pair of French made World War 1 British Officers Military binoculars with the brass on the binoculars with the British military crows foot mark.

Category

Vintage 1910s French Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

Pair WW1 Binoculars and Case, British Officer's Issue, 1918, Colmont, Paris
Pair WW1 Binoculars and Case, British Officer's Issue, 1918, Colmont, Paris

Pair WW1 Binoculars and Case, British Officer's Issue, 1918, Colmont, Paris

Located in Bath, GB

Both the brass on the binoculars and the leather case with the British military crows foot mark.

Category

Vintage 1910s French Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

WWII Toko 15 x 80 Binoculars circa 1940
WWII Toko 15 x 80 Binoculars circa 1940

WWII Toko 15 x 80 Binoculars circa 1940

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H 64 in W 18 in D 26 in

WWII Toko 15 x 80 Binoculars circa 1940

Located in London, GB

A superb pair of 15 x 80 (15 power magnification and 80 mm objective lenses) military binoculars by Toko (Tokyo Optical Company) of Japan, circa 1940.

Category

Vintage 1940s Japanese Scientific Instruments

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

J. Schneider WWII Military 10 x 80 Binoculars
J. Schneider WWII Military 10 x 80 Binoculars

J. Schneider WWII Military 10 x 80 Binoculars

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H 58.5 in W 12.88 in D 14.5 in

J. Schneider WWII Military 10 x 80 Binoculars

By Joseph Schneider

Located in London, GB

This model of binocular was originally designed by Emil Busch in 1935, adopted by the military in 1936 and went into production with various modifications and manufacturers.

Category

Vintage 1940s German Scientific Instruments

Materials

Aluminum

French Made WW1 Binoculars For British Military Issue c.1916
French Made WW1 Binoculars For British Military Issue c.1916

French Made WW1 Binoculars For British Military Issue c.1916

Located in Bath, GB

A wonderful pair of fully refurbished French made binoculars, stamped M G (Ministere de la Guerre) created for the British Military for use during World War 1 in 1917.

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Vintage 1910s French Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

J. Schneider WWII Military 10 x 80 Binoculars, circa 1940
J. Schneider WWII Military 10 x 80 Binoculars, circa 1940

J. Schneider WWII Military 10 x 80 Binoculars, circa 1940

By Joseph Schneider

Located in London, GB

This model of binocular was originally designed by Emil Busch in 1935, adopted by the military in 1936 and went into production with various modifications and manufacturers.

Category

Vintage 1940s German Scientific Instruments

Materials

Aluminum

French Made WW1 Binoculars For British Military Issue c.1917
French Made WW1 Binoculars For British Military Issue c.1917

French Made WW1 Binoculars For British Military Issue c.1917

Located in Bath, GB

A wonderful pair of fully refurbished French made binoculars, stamped M G (Ministere de la Guerre) created for the British Military for use during World War 1 in 1917.

Category

Vintage 1910s French Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Vintage Observation Binoculars
Vintage Observation Binoculars

Vintage Observation Binoculars

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H 17.13 in D 16.15 in

Vintage Observation Binoculars

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

A pair of Polish ex military observation binoculars with 45º incline eyepieces mounted onto an aluminium gimble and adjustable old wooden tripod.

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Vintage 1950s Scientific Instruments

Observation Binoculars 10 x 80
Observation Binoculars 10 x 80

Observation Binoculars 10 x 80

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H 12.01 in W 19.1 in D 16.15 in

Observation Binoculars 10 x 80

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

German observation binoculars, 10 X 80. A pair of German ex-military observation binoculars mounted on an modern aluminium cradle and gimble with vintage adjustable wooden tripod.

Category

Mid-20th Century German More Furniture and Collectibles

Busch 10 X 80 Binoculars
Busch 10 X 80 Binoculars

Busch 10 X 80 Binoculars

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H 11 in W 19 in D 16 in

Busch 10 X 80 Binoculars

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

German observation binoculars, 10 X 80 A pair of German ex-military observation binoculars mounted on a modern aluminium cradle with vintage adjustable wooden tripod by Leica.

Category

Mid-20th Century European Aviation Objects

Materials

Aluminum

1940's German Binoculars 10x80 Magnification
1940's German Binoculars 10x80 Magnification

1940's German Binoculars 10x80 Magnification

Located in Oakland, CA

Military anti-aircraft surveillance binoculars with adjustable height and focus.

Category

20th Century German Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Aluminum

Observation Binoculars, 10 X 80 German
Observation Binoculars, 10 X 80 German

Observation Binoculars, 10 X 80 German

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H 11.03 in W 19.1 in D 16.15 in

Observation Binoculars, 10 X 80 German

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

German Observation Binoculars, 10 X 80 A pair of German ex-military observation binoculars mounted on a modern aluminium cradle with vintage adjustable wooden tripod by Leica.

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Vintage 1940s German Scientific Instruments

Materials

Aluminum

Carl Zeiss 12 x 60 Binoculars
Carl Zeiss 12 x 60 Binoculars

Carl Zeiss 12 x 60 Binoculars

By Carl Zeiss

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

Carl Zeiss 12 x 60 binoculars. A pair of rare Carl Zeiss 12 x 60 German ex-military observation binoculars mounted onto an aluminium cradle and gimbal.

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Vintage 1940s German Aviation Objects

Materials

Aluminum

World War II German Army Field Binoculars
World War II German Army Field Binoculars

World War II German Army Field Binoculars

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This mid-20th century military observation binoculars on telescopic Stand has been originally designed for detecting of targets by anti-aircraft batteries.

Category

Vintage 1940s German Aviation Objects

Materials

Aluminum

World War II German Army Field Binoculars
World War II German Army Field Binoculars

World War II German Army Field Binoculars

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This mid-20th century military observation binoculars on telescopic wood stand has been originally designed for detecting of targets by anti-aircraft batteries.

Category

Vintage 1940s German Scientific Instruments

Materials

Aluminum

French Yachting Binoculars by Lemaire Fabt. Paris
French Yachting Binoculars by Lemaire Fabt. Paris

French Yachting Binoculars by Lemaire Fabt. Paris

Located in Norwell, MA

Jacques Lemaire opened his firm in 1847, making military and civilian binoculars and opera glasses.

Category

Antique 1840s European Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

French Yachting Binoculars by Lemaire Fabt, Paris
French Yachting Binoculars by Lemaire Fabt, Paris

French Yachting Binoculars by Lemaire Fabt, Paris

Located in Norwell, MA

Jacques Lemaire opened his firm in 1847, making military and civilian binoculars and opera glasses.

Category

Antique 1840s North American Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

Aluminum World War Two German Army Field Binoculars
Aluminum World War Two German Army Field Binoculars

Aluminum World War Two German Army Field Binoculars

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This mid-20th century military observation binoculars on telescopic stand has been originally designed for detecting of targets by anti-aircraft batteries.

Category

Vintage 1950s German Aviation Objects

Materials

Aluminum

German Schneider Observation Binoculars, on Wooden Tripod Stand
German Schneider Observation Binoculars, on Wooden Tripod Stand

German Schneider Observation Binoculars, on Wooden Tripod Stand

By Joseph Schneider

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

German Schneider Observation Binoculars, 10 X 80. A pair of German ex-military observation binoculars mounted on a modern aluminium cradle and gimble with vintage adjustable woode...

Category

Vintage 1940s German Scientific Instruments

Materials

Aluminum

Josef Schneider WWII 10 X 80 Observation Binoculars
Josef Schneider WWII 10 X 80 Observation Binoculars

Josef Schneider WWII 10 X 80 Observation Binoculars

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H 11.03 in W 20.08 in D 16.93 in

Josef Schneider WWII 10 X 80 Observation Binoculars

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

German Schneider observation binoculars, 10 X 80. A pair of German ex-military observation binoculars mounted on a modern aluminium cradle and gimble with vintage adjustable 'WILD' ...

Category

Vintage 1940s German Scientific Instruments

Materials

Aluminum

French Yachting Binoculars by Lemaire Fabt, Paris TEL004
French Yachting Binoculars by Lemaire Fabt, Paris TEL004

French Yachting Binoculars by Lemaire Fabt, Paris TEL004

Located in Norwell, MA

Jacques Lemaire opened his firm in 1847, making military and civilian binoculars and opera glasses.

Category

Antique 1840s European Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

Vintage Josef Schneider 10 X 80 WWII Observation Binoculars
Vintage Josef Schneider 10 X 80 WWII Observation Binoculars

Vintage Josef Schneider 10 X 80 WWII Observation Binoculars

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

German Schneider observation binoculars, 10 X 80. A pair of German ex-military observation binoculars mounted on a modern aluminium cradle and gimble with vintage adjustable wooden ...

Category

Vintage 1940s German Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Aluminum

20th Century Pair Of German Anti-Aircraft Binoculars c.1940
20th Century Pair Of German Anti-Aircraft Binoculars c.1940

20th Century Pair Of German Anti-Aircraft Binoculars c.1940

By Joseph Schneider

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

These exceptional WWII-era German steel observation binoculars by Joseph Schneider offer a fascinating glimpse into military history while serving as a striking decorative piece.

Category

20th Century German Other Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

Aluminum and Brass World War II German Army Field Binoculars
Aluminum and Brass World War II German Army Field Binoculars

Aluminum and Brass World War II German Army Field Binoculars

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This mid-20th century military observation binoculars on telescopic Stand has been originally designed for detecting of targets by anti-aircraft batteries.

Category

Vintage 1940s German Scientific Instruments

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Second World War 10 x 80 Binoculars, Hensoldt Wetzlar, Germany
Second World War 10 x 80 Binoculars, Hensoldt Wetzlar, Germany

Second World War 10 x 80 Binoculars, Hensoldt Wetzlar, Germany

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

German Second World War Hensoldt Wetzlar Observation Binoculars, 10 x 80. A pair of German ex-military observation binoculars mounted on a modern aluminium cradle and gimble with vi...

Category

Vintage 1940s German Scientific Instruments

Materials

Aluminum

U.S. Navy Bureau of Ships Marine Binnoculars
U.S. Navy Bureau of Ships Marine Binnoculars

U.S. Navy Bureau of Ships Marine Binnoculars

Located in Norwell, MA

Vintage pair of U.S. military Mark 32 binoculars. From Anchor Optical Corporation, New York NY.

Category

Vintage 1940s Nautical Objects

Materials

Steel

Leather Military Binoculars, circa 1940s
Leather Military Binoculars, circa 1940s

Leather Military Binoculars, circa 1940s

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H 4.5 in W 5 in D 2.5 in

Leather Military Binoculars, circa 1940s

Located in San Francisco, CA

About This is an original pair of leather wrapped military binoculars. The binoculars are in good working condition with excellent binocular viewing.

Category

Early 20th Century Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

10 x 80 Military Binoculars
10 x 80 Military Binoculars

10 x 80 Military Binoculars

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H 61 in W 28 in D 28 in

10 x 80 Military Binoculars

Located in London, GB

A pair of Czech 10 x 80 military observation binoculars, with original tripod and transport case.

Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Scientific Instruments

Military Binoculars, Periscope, Donkey's Ears
Military Binoculars, Periscope, Donkey's Ears

Military Binoculars, Periscope, Donkey's Ears

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H 22.05 in W 9.06 in D 9.06 in

Military Binoculars, Periscope, Donkey's Ears

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

This impressive piece of optical equipment, often referred to as a Binocular Periscope, Trench Binoculars, Battery Commander's Telescope, or Donkey Ear Binoculars, is a striking exam...

Category

20th Century German Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

19th Century Leather Military Binoculars "Gieure Paris" and Case, circa 1880s
19th Century Leather Military Binoculars "Gieure Paris" and Case, circa 1880s

19th Century Leather Military Binoculars "Gieure Paris" and Case, circa 1880s

Located in San Francisco, CA

Amazing pair of antique leather wrapped binoculars that have "Gieure Paris" embossed around each eye lens. "Militaire", "11725" and "1-12" are embossed on the shafts of the binocul...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Leather

Mid Century Japanese Nikon 20 x 120 Big Eye Military Binoculars & Tripod
Mid Century Japanese Nikon 20 x 120 Big Eye Military Binoculars & Tripod

Mid Century Japanese Nikon 20 x 120 Big Eye Military Binoculars & Tripod

Located in Leicester, Leicestershire

These big eye binoculars are 20 x 120 mark II circa late 1960's with a serial number of 4130223.

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WWII Miltary Brass Binoculars, circa 1940s

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About This is an original pair of military binoculars by Sportier Paris. This large pair of binoculars has "Sportier Paris" and "Day Night" stamped on each side.

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Military Binoculars For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of military binoculars available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct military binoculars — often made from metal, aluminum and brass — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of military binoculars available, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Military binoculars bearing Industrial or Victorian hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Military binoculars have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Joseph Schneider, Carl Zeiss and Nikon are consistently popular.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Currently, the military uses an M22 binocular as their primary field binocular with 7X magnification. In the past, the military used a range of hand-held binoculars and tripod-mounted binoculars for their scouting needs. Shop a collection of vintage, authentic military binoculars on 1stDibs.

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