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20th Century Soviet Cold War Anti Aircraft Binoculars c.1950

$13,458.21
£9,995
€11,786.27
CA$18,644.53
A$20,911.08
CHF 10,950.81
MX$254,089.97
NOK 139,056.91
SEK 131,835.74
DKK 87,978.31

About the Item

An impressive set of highly polished Cold War-era anti-aircraft binoculars from the former USSR, crafted in the 20th Century. Accompanied by a sleek and adjustable metal tripod, these binoculars earned the nickname "big eye" due to their expansive field of view and exceptional optical performance. 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 Condition - Wear expected with age. Please refer to photographs. SIZE Height: Adjustable from 114 cm to 150 cm // 44.88 in to 59.06 in Tripod Diameter: 70 cm // 27.56 in Head Size (Binocular): 57 cm x 38 cm x 36 cm // 22.44 in x 14.96 in x 14.17 in
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 59.06 in (150 cm)Diameter: 27.56 in (70 cm)
  • Style:
    Other (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. In Great Condition - Wear expected with age. Please refer to photographs.
  • Seller Location:
    Royal Tunbridge Wells, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: D100301stDibs: LU1348238858792

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