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Pair Of WWII Carl Zeiss Binoculars, 12 x 60

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Carl Zeiss 12 x 60 Binoculars. A pair of rare Second World War Carl Zeiss 12 x 60 German ex military binocular director telescope for a 4 m rangefinder. These observation binoculars are mounted onto a new aluminium cradle and gimbal so the whole apparatus can rotate on the vintage adjustable wooden tripod. The binoculars are marked 'blc, Rm.-F. 12 X 60, zum, 4RL Nr.93, No.260512, 271256. They are manufactured by Carl Zeiss with blc being the secret manufacturing code assigned to Zeiss by the German Army Ordnance Department. Adjustment of the interocular distance is by a lever under the left-hand ocular that causes rotation of a circular plate, in which it is eccentrically mounted. It has additional shade settings for the lenses by turning the knob on the left, Farbgläser, bright, medium and dark, the eyepieces can be focused individually. When these WW2 binoculars were in operation connectors for the desiccating apparatus could be fitted on the sides 'Trocken - luft' (dry air). The optics give outstanding visual clarity. The rubber brow rest (eye rest) can be folded sideways or upwards. Sunshades are fitted that can be flipped into place. This is a fine pair of binoculars with a highly polished finish, giving it a sculptural look. The last image showing is a pair of WW2 photographs showing the Carl Zeiss 12 x 60 binoculars on a 4m rangefinder. The measurements are without the tripod. These type of binoculars produced during the Second World War were developed for their superior magnification and were manufactured for their specific military purposes where quality and dependability were more important than cost. Dimensions: Height 23 cm / 9 " Width 43 cm / 17" Depth 44 cm / 17 1⁄2"
  • Creator:
    Carl Zeiss (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.06 in (23 cm)Width: 16.93 in (43 cm)Depth: 17.33 in (44 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1940's
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very good refurbished condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Oxfordshire, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 300061stDibs: LU975743148792

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