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Vintage Japanese Fuji Meibo WWII 15 X 80 Binoculars
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A large pair of Japanese ex-navy observation binoculars mounted on a vintage adjustable wooden tripod. The WWII marine binoculars with 4º incline eyepieces are marked 'FUJI, Meibo, -15 X 80 4º-, No. 4705, Fuji Japanese Observation Binoculars, 15 X 80
Photo Optical Co. Ltd, Made in Japan'. These binoculars are predominately used for viewing the horizon, the optics give outstanding visual clarity and are equal to any similar modern binocular. The eyepieces can be adjusted for focus as can the interpupillary distance. The binoculars are a one-piece body casting for increased rigidity with exterior ports for charging the interiors with inert gas to expel moisture. They are fully restored to original working order, stripped and polished, and give a very good optical performance.
The measurements are without the tripod.
During the Second World War, the Japanese manufactured a great number of large aperture binoculars. Out of all the countries involved in the war who were manufacturing such binoculars, Japan was the most prolific with Toko and Nikko being the largest contributors.
- Dimensions:Height: 7.09 in (18 cm)Width: 9.26 in (23.5 cm)Depth: 20.08 in (51 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:C. 1940,s
- Condition:Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Originally, they would have been painted. So they have been stripped of the paint and polished.
- Seller Location:Oxfordshire, GB
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