Antique Officer Of The Watch Telescope.

Name: Antique Officer Of The Watch Telescope.
SKU: as272a5388
Price: 795.00 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

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This is an antique officer of the watch telescope. A German, nickel and leather single draw refractor by Voigtlander and Sohn, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky.

Fascinating example from a renowned optical specialist
Officer of the Watch' telescopes were commonly used on board ships from the 19th century onwards
Displaying a desirable aged patina with some light wear commensurate with age
Silvered nickel offering bright, reflective tones - some light tarnish

Clear, bright objective with 30mm diameter
Front element with some protection from recessed lens
Primary barrel dressed in a patinated leather cover
Flared eye-cup with swivel dust cover and superb, concentric ring finish

The draw tube engraved with the Voigtlander and Sohn A.G name
Further reads the town name of Braunschweig
Small notice of magnification at 14x
Supplied with a London Fine oak and brass 'Captain's Stand' for display

This is a quality antique telescope by Voigtlander & Sohn, presented in fascinating aged order. Delivered ready to be displayed or enjoyed.

Dimensions:
Closed Length: 43.5cm (17.25'')
Fully Drawn Length: 64cm (25.25'')
Objective lens: 30mm (1.25'')

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Price

£~~795.00~~

$~~1008.22~~ USA

€~~955.51~~

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Date c.1910 Edwardian Antiques Origin German Maker Voigtlander Item code as272a5388 / 18.7932 Status Sold

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