Description

A stunning pair of these very Iconic 2nd WW. German U-Boat Binoculars, by Carl Zeis, with a maginification of 7 X 50.
There were 3 models made in total, with the 3rd model, as this example is, identified by the rubber armouring, on the shoulder area, and larger diameter eyepieces.
The lenses are coated, and blemish free [any apparent marks in the photos, are just reflections].
To a standard light green paint work which has been finely and expertly restored, to a superb, and smooth finish.
Beneath the rubber armour, and stamped to the RHS shoulder, is “blc/53796” , which is the 2nd WW German code for the firm of Carl Zeiss, plus it’s serial number.
It has the standard fixed focus, and is complete with it’s original eyepiece shield , aka “Benutzerkappe”, made in Bakerlite, clearly stamped, and retained by it’s original rubber cord. There is a complete, and possibly original, leather neck sling.
Optics are fantastic, with a clear and unblemished image.
Please note that there is, beneath the rubber armour, an adjustment screw to each eyepiece, which can re focus this instrument if necessary.
The o/a height is … 7-3/4 inches [ 20 cms].
These binoculars originally came in a transportation case, containing 10 instruments.
This example is now presented in a later, fitted hardwood case, with a hinged lid, internal lining, and lid retaining catches … in excellent and undamaged condition ..NB that the design is based on the type of individual case as issued with the larger German 8 X 60 binoculars.
Case measures … 10-3/4 inches X 10-3/4″ X 5 inches, and has a white metal carrying handle.
Finally, I did not attempt to photo the inscription to the RHS shoulder, as forcing back the rubber armoured cover upon itself, can cause damage.