A Fine, Cased Pair Of 2nd WW German, 7X50, Kriegsmarine Naval, Coastal Command, Binoculars, By Ernst Leitz.
Stock Number: 20170226A
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Offered for Sale is a very fine example of the classic 2nd WW Binoculars, as used by the German Kriegsmarine, which was mainly for Naval and Coastal use. Complete with it's original black leather case, also in fine condition. C 1940-1943
Period
C1940-1943
Dimensions
See Text
Geographical area
Mainland Europe
Description
Offered for Sale is a very fine example of the classic 2nd WW Binoculars, as used by the German Kriegsmarine, which was mainly for Naval and Coastal use.. Manufactured to a black stippled finish [ a form of water proof leather, to a brass substructure], with individual focus to left and right eyepieces. The RHS shoulder is clearly stamped .. 7 X 50/ beh… code for Ernst Leizt, KF, indicating Cold Resistant Lubricant [ wax lens lubricant] and Serial No 325738. The LHS shoulder clearly stamped with the Kriegmarine Eagle with Swastika and “M”, a reference number [ 23022], indicating manufacture 1940 -1943, and “N”, indicating North Sea Coastal use. There is an original bakerlite Benutzencap, and an original and intact retaining rubber cord. The leather neck sling appears to be original,and in vg condition. The optics are very clean and clear, with accurate focus. The o/a height is 8-3/4 inches [ 22 cms]. Contained in it’s original black leather case, again in exceptional condition, with it’s original intact riveted hinge, ensuring closure of the deep lid. This contains clips for eye shields [ missing], and leather pouches, containing original grey and yellow ocular filters. There is a clear Kriegmarine logo to the lid exterior, and “Ernst Leitz” and 1940 to the front top rim. Complete with it’s intact leather shoulder sling, in vg condition. The case measures to an o/a height ..12 inches [ 30 cms]
The overall condition is very good, with only slight wear to paintwork on high spots.
The stippled finish is virtually perfect.
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Dealer information
Millais Antiques
I have dealt in Antique Arms and Armour for about 35 years, and my interest began as a school boy during the 2nd WW.
After leaving my home town of Leicester, I went to University, and qualified as a Dental Surgeon at Guys Hospital in 1961 .
My main interests are British and North American Arms of the 18th, 19th,and early 20th Century, plus a few Continental items.
It was 14 years ago that I retired from Dentistry. However, I have continued running my Antiques business, initially while still in practice, and now make most of my sales online, but still exhibit at a number of specialized Antique Arms and Militaria Fairs eg .. Bisley, Bristol, and also at the IACF Fairs, at Ardingly, Sussex.
I also deal in Period Scientific Instruments, mainly of a military association, and have a full listing on www.fleaglass.com.
