Description: FRENCH 12 X 40 ‘MILITARY ‘ BINOCULARS / CASE -1918Military build Brass / Alloy body possibly a private purchasefrom a optical supplier on 33 Bd St Martin Paris as marked onthe top right prism plate -no other makers name shownHas the typical individual focus -both work smooth -originalBakelite eyecups present -the right hand side is slightly chipped atthe base but still firm and tightLeather covering lightly worn - with no cracks / separationObjective / eyepiece lenses very clean with no marks/scratchesNo fractures to prismsA couple of very small specs visible when viewed from the front otherwise lenses are clear with a touch of haze - but useableSet appears never to have been opened or messed with Binoculars come with a beautiful made original heavy brown leathercarry case with straps and military style belt loop on rear- case closure strapcover is missing but still nice a strong and closes fine Original leather strap in excellent conditionCase is named to its original owner on the flap rim and dated PARIS OCT 1918Name also written on base of caseBinoculars stand 7 ins tall weigh 750 gms / Total with case 1.25 kgs For 106 years old they are in great condition ( see photos)
Price: 229.99 USD
Location: Surrey, British Columbia
End Time: 2025-02-06T18:21:15.000Z
Shipping Cost: 29.99 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Brand: France
Type: Binoculars
Maximum Magnification: 12x
Country/Region of Manufacture: France
Optical Design: Roof/Dach Prism
Application: Military