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20th Century Japanese Pair Of Naval Bridge "Big Eye" Binoculars By Nikon c.1940

$10,266.68per set
£7,495per set
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CA$14,106.99per set
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CHF 8,240.32per set
MX$192,536.74per set
NOK 105,464.83per set
SEK 99,835.97per set
DKK 65,914.92per set
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A rare 20th Century set of Japanese naval bridge “big eye“ binoculars by Nikon manufactured during WWII by Tokyo Kogaku Kikai (Tokyo Optical Company). They have been expertly cleaned and hand polished. With a magnification of 15 (magnification) x 80 (aperture), and mounted on a wood and steel telescopic stand, these exceptional binoculars display entirely original optics in a distinctly Japanese straight-body instrument. Undeniably a true piece of artwork created from steel, brass, and aluminium, these binoculars offer astounding visual clarity. They have a sleeker, more modern look than some of the other binoculars of that period and are guaranteed to look incredible in any room or balcony or terrace. CONDITION In great overall condition. Carefully serviced and in full working order. Optics are in good condition with separate focusing to each eye piece. SIZE Width: 21cm // 8.27 inches Depth: 49cm // 19.29 inches Height: 23cm // 9.06 inches Height: 107cm // 42.13 inches (tripod at lowest setting)
  • Creator:
    Nikon (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 42.13 in (107 cm)Width: 8.27 in (21 cm)Depth: 19.3 in (49 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Other (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. In great overall condition. Carefully serviced and in full working order. Optics are in good condition with separate focusing to each eye piece.
  • Seller Location:
    Royal Tunbridge Wells, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: B110481stDibs: LU1348243367082

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