A few examples of appraisal values for
WORLD WAR 2 BINOCULARS

• A pair of German military binoculars
  A pair of German military binoculars in case together with another pair of binoculars and two World War II British military marching compasses.
• WW II GERMAN BUSCH 10X80 FIELD
  WW II GERMAN BUSCH 10X80 FIELD BINOCULARS c. 1940s, German, polished steel, brass knobs, magnifying lens, marked "D.F 10 x 80 dkl 34629", on later telescoping tripod stand, 8"h x13"l x 11"w (binoculars),
• GERMAN WW II KRIEGSMARINE BINOCULARS,
  GERMAN WW II KRIEGSMARINE BINOCULARS, CARL ZEISS c. 1940s, German, anti-aircraft binoculars of 12 x 60 specification, polished steel, aluminum, brass knobs, glass lenses, the flip-up eye shields with original rubbers, stamped 272726 to underside, on later telescoping tripod stand, 6"h x18"l x 10"w (binoculars)
• Pair of German field artillery
  Pair of German field artillery binoculars with fitted leather case circa World War II era; high quality binoculars and lenses with leather case stamped with Nazi emblem on top Estimate $ 100-200 Appropriate wear breaks on leather case optics have not been checked.
• A PAIR OF WORLD WAR TWO GERMAN
  A PAIR OF WORLD WAR TWO GERMAN MARINE BRIDGE BINOCULARS
  5 x 14 - 10 x 7, by Carl Zeiss Jena, fully adjustable with lever for 5x and 10x magnification and coloured filters, the alloy housing finished in pale blue/grey paint, 53cm l with engraved black painted metal label with eagle and swastika device inscribed B. Z. C/2L M[k] IV/1 blc and Nr.469 L, c1940
  
• RARE WWII JAPANESE NAVAL BINOCULARS
  RARE WWII JAPANESE NAVAL BINOCULARS "BIG EYES"East Asia, Japan, WWII era, ca. 1940s CE. A rare pair of powerful prismatic binoculars for scoping enemy ships or planes known as "big eyes," a style that was popular with the Japanese coast artillery and battleships. While the USA and Allied countries were focused on developing radar, the Japanese relied on optic lenses. During WWI German made glass was scarce, and Japan began to produce their own glass and optical technology, and between World Wars photographic lens manufacture took off and companies such as Fuji, Nikon, and Canon arose during this time. The Japanese navy equipped WWII ships with "big eye" binoculars for spotting both enemy ships and aircraft up to 20 miles away. Note the curved design of the eye piece which was more comfortable for scanning the skies over long periods. The binoculars from captured Japanese ships were often taken apart by Allied troops to attempt reverse engineering! Size: 14.5" L x 9.5" W x 16" H (36.8 cm x 24.1 cm x 40.6 cm) Provenance: private Sunset Beach, California, USA collection All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #175204 Condition: Foggy lenses and vision is poor, but lenses do work. Cracking to rubber eye piece. Abrasions and surface wear to metal areas commensurate with age and use. Swivels on stand and articulates. The lenses could certainly be restored by a professional.
• RARE WWII JAPANESE NIKKO NAVY "BIG
  RARE WWII JAPANESE NIKKO NAVY "BIG EYE" BINOCULARS c. 1940s, Japanese, brass, copper, polished steel, magnifying lens, 15 times magnification through 150 mm triple element Cooke objectives, 4 degree field of view, with metal tag in Japanese, stamped "Nikko No. 1390", on later telescoping tripod stand, 5"h x18"l x 9"w (binoculars),
• MILITARIA. (11) PR. OF BINOCULARS
  MILITARIA. (11) PR. OF BINOCULARS & FIELD GLASSES Including a pair of Japanese Novar Nippon Kogaku 7 x 50 binoculars serial #: 5716187; pair of German Eleitz Wetzlar 7 x L51 binoculars; pair of cased English WWII Barr & Stroud of Glasgow & London Royal Navy 7X CF41, 7 X 50 field glasses. serial #:83893; pair of cased German military Hensoldt Artillerie field glasses; pair of damaged French WWI Huet Model 1903 military field glasses serial#: IC.MG.33134; pair of German WWI Emil Busch A-G Rathenow Fernglas 08 military field glasses serial #: 44929?; pair of German Carl Zeiss Jena 8x30 deltrintem binoculars serial #:1794737; pair of American Bausch & Lomb Victory Stereo 6× binoculars serial #:187202; pair of German Carl Zeiss Jena 12 x 40 binoculars serial #: MG11948; pair of American Bausch & Lomb Victory Stereo 6× binoculars serial #:192421A; a pair of cased Soviet Russian RKKA (Red Army) commander 6 x 30 field glasses with serial #29706; and a pair of cased French L. Petit Fabt of Paris petite binoculars Accompanied by a German Carl Zeiss Jena 7 x 50 monocular serial #: 1469546 and (7) cases. Dimensions: binoculars measure from approx. 9" to " in height . Condition: All items bear wear consistent with age. All items are untested and sold as is regardless of functionality. Some items may be void of parts, pieces, and accessories. Leather cases may exhibit damage. We have not tested these for function or inspected the lenses / optics. These binoculars are from an estate and should be assumed to need adjustment / work / overhaul before use.
• 3PCS JAPANESE WWII BINOCULARS &
  3PCS JAPANESE WWII BINOCULARS & TRIPOD Group of three pieces, two pair of Japanese WWII naval battleship "Big Eye" binoculars, and tripod, comprising one nickel plated brass pair of binoculars having a plaque in Japanese to the underside, a TOKO nickel plated brass pair, and one steel adjustable folding telescopic tripod, allowing the binoculars to rotate 360 degrees, accompanied by three disk feet. Approximate dimensions: TOKO w. 27.5, d.13.75", 2nd pair w. 31", d. 12"; tripod closed h. 57.5".
• (4) BOOKS: MILITARY BINOCULARS
  (4) BOOKS: MILITARY BINOCULARS & TELESCOPES SEEGER(lot of 4) Books, including: (1) "Eyes of the Wehrmacht: An Illustrated Guide to German World War II 10 x 80 Binoculars," Stephen Rohan, 1996, (1) "Feldstecher: Fernglaser im Wandel der Zeit," signed by Dr. Hans T. Seeger, 1989, (1) "German Military Technology: The Optical Equipment, Descriptive Documents Circulated by Carl Zeiss, Jena, between 1930 and 1940," signed by editor Dr. Hans T. Seeger, 1997, (1) "Militarische Fernglaser und Fernrohre in Heer, Luftwaffe und Marine" (Military Binoculars and Telescopes for Land, Air, and Sea Service), signed by Dr. Hans T. Seeger, numbered edition 43/ 100, 1996; 10lbs total **Provenance: A prominent Dallas, Texas estate**
• WORLD WAR II-ERA JAPANESE NAVAL
  WORLD WAR II-ERA JAPANESE NAVAL BINOCULARS HEIGHT ON STAND 7". LENGTH 20.5".WORLD WAR II-ERA JAPANESE NAVAL BINOCULARS, Metal tubes and fixtures. Rubber eyepiece cup. Marked with assorted serial numbers and Japanese characters. Silver-tone plaque with several lines of characters, believed to be usage instructions, flanked by an anchor and an unidentifiable emblem. Mounted on a newer wooden stand. Dimensions: Height on stand 7". Length 20.5".
• Vintage U.S. Army Signal Corps
  Vintage U.S. Army Signal Corps binoculars.
• A PAIR OF 10X50 GERMAN MILITARY
  A PAIR OF 10X50 GERMAN MILITARY BINOCULARS stamped to the backplate with makers code BEH 442978, 19cm, stamped to the leather case with German military symbol FI U.V 1940; and another pair of 7x50 German military binoculars, 21cm stamped to the backplate BEH, no. 421695; both sets of binoculars have surface marks and scratches to the cases, in fair condition for age and wear (2)
• Pair of Vintage possible WW2 Barr
  Pair of Vintage possible WW2 Barr and Stroud British naval military binoculars; as-is condition with numerous flaws, each side with yellow arrow painted; L 9 1/2"
• TWO PAIRS OF BINOCULARS One made
  TWO PAIRS OF BINOCULARS One made by Steiner, West Germany, in military style; the other an Empire Super Sport Model 210, made in Japan, with leatherette case.
• A LARGE NAVAL BINOCULAR ON ADJUSTABLE
  A LARGE NAVAL BINOCULAR ON ADJUSTABLE TRIPOD STAND A large naval binocular on adjustable tripod stand, likely WWII era, unmarked, overall length of case 24"h.
• A PAIR OF 10 X 50 GERMAN MILITARY
  A PAIR OF 10 X 50 GERMAN MILITARY BINOCULARS stamped to the back plate blc 2218622, with leather chin strap, rubber eye piece cover, in leather case, stamped to rim with Kaiserliche Marine mark, 16cm high
• GERMAN FLAK ARTILLERY BINOCULARS
  GERMAN FLAK ARTILLERY BINOCULARS AND TRIPOD WITH CASE WORLD WAR II-ERA TRIPOD HEIGHT 49”. LENGTH OF BINOCULARS 11”.GERMAN FLAK ARTILLERY BINOCULARS AND TRIPOD WITH CASE, World War II-Era, Binoculars painted gray and stamped "D.F. 10 X 80 DKL 31224". Tripod stand painted tan. The consignor's uncle won this from an English officer during a card game during the war. Dimensions: Tripod height 49". Length of binoculars 11".
• CASED SPENCER BINOCULAR MICROSCOPE,
  CASED SPENCER BINOCULAR MICROSCOPE, WWII VINTAGE Antique 1942 Spencer Buffalo Binocular Compound Cast Iron Scientific Microscope with three objectives, s/n 133643, with extra lenses in 10" x 8 1/2" x 14" case. Working condition.
• GERMAN DIENSTGLAS 10X50 5135 BLC
  GERMAN DIENSTGLAS 10X50 5135 BLC + WW2 BINOCULARSGerman Dienstglas 10X50 5135 Blc + Ww2 Binoculars. Packaging, Insurance, Handling And Shipping Are Done In House And Is 35.00 For This Item In The Continental U.S. Or You Are Welcome To Pick Up In Person Or Make Your Own Shipping Arrangements. Condition: Excellent condition with no damage or repairs. Please Email or call for a detailed condition report. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, repairs, restorations or the effects of aging.
• A PAIR OF 10 X 50 KREIGSMARINE
  A PAIR OF 10 X 50 KREIGSMARINE BINOCULARS stamped on the backplate with makers mark CXN 363524, with eye-piece guard and leather neck strap, in the original black countermarked case with Kreigsmarine emblem, dated 1942 ksd, 17cm high; some small surface marks and scratches to the binoculars and the leather case, in fairly good condition for age and wear
• Military Binoculors made by Barr
  Military Binoculors made by Barr and Stroud (Poor optics) and a pair of Prinz Binoculors (2)
• A PAIR 10 X 50 KREIGSMARINE BINOCULARS
  A PAIR 10 X 50 KREIGSMARINE BINOCULARS stamped to the backplate with makers mark EEH and KF, no. 440244, with leather neck strap and eye-piece guard, in original black leather countermarked case, stamped 1943 K, 17cm high; some surface marks and wear to the case, in fair condition
• Civil War Era Binoculars French
  Civil War Era Binoculars French made Civil War era binoculars with newly made case. Condition: Very good.
• (2) Pair binoculars, c/o Zeiss
  (2) Pair binoculars, c/o Zeiss West Germany 8x20B with case, Empire model no 263 lightweight #GB37802 with case
• (5) Pair of binoculars, c/o Colmont
  (5) Pair of binoculars, c/o Colmont Paris, SA De Luxe Paris Super Navigator 10x32 with case, Adams 8x40 #46682, German Military Binoculars "Carl Zeiss Jena DRP Fussartillerie DF 6x No 1064" with case, Teleo No 86.204 with case
• U.S. Navy WW II Telescope dated
  U.S. Navy WW II Telescope dated 1940 large model 30-1/2'' long
• Box Antique Military Binoculars
  Box Antique Military Binoculars
• Pair of WWI Binoculars, Property
  Pair of WWI Binoculars, Property of Private Donald M. Hill, Sig. 2067, 'B' Company, 1/6th (Renfewshire) Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders, by Atcheson & Co. Makers, London, c.1913 leather case inscribed with a list of the battles Private Hill attended case height 5.3 in — 13.5 cm
• WORLD WAR II-ERA JAPANESE NAVAL
  WORLD WAR II-ERA JAPANESE NAVAL SCOPE MAXIMUM HEIGHT ON STAND 10". LENGTH 18".WORLD WAR II-ERA JAPANESE NAVAL SCOPE, Made from a pair of binoculars. Gray-colored metal tube and fixtures. Retains lens cap. Marked with assorted serial numbers and Japanese characters. Mounted on a newer wooden stand. Dimensions: Maximum height on stand 10". Length 18".
• WORLD WAR II-ERA U.S. NAVY SUBMARINE
  WORLD WAR II-ERA U.S. NAVY SUBMARINE BINOCULARS CIRCA 1944 MAXIMUM HEIGHT ON STAND APPROX. 8.5". LENGTH 11".WORLD WAR II-ERA U.S. NAVY SUBMARINE BINOCULARS, Circa 1944, Believed to be from a Gato-class submarine bridge. Retains plaque marked "BU. ORD. USN Binocular Mark 38 MOD Ser. No. 261 1944 INSP. H.T.M.Bausch & Lomb Optical Co. Rochester, N.Y. U.S.A.". Gray-colored metal tubes and fixtures. Rubber eyepiece cup. Copper flip-up lens caps. Mounting bracket with molded serial numbers. Mounted on a newer wooden stand. Dimensions: Maximum height on stand approx. 8.5". Length 11".
• A PAIR OF 7 X 50 KREIGSMARINE BINOCULARS
  A PAIR OF 7 X 50 KREIGSMARINE BINOCULARS stamped to the backplate with Kreigsmarine and makers mark BEH KF381170 33236, 21cm high; some surface marks and scratches to the case; some slight damage to the binocular ends
• Set of Army Field Binnoculars in
  Set of Army Field Binnoculars in leather case and Set Rubber protected Binnoculars in leather case (2)
• WWII military items; two American
  WWII military items; two American helmets (one gunnery), one Japanese helmet with shell holes, 8mm camera in leather case, gas mask in bag, and Japanese medical corpsman's bag and belt with medicines and field pamphlets. Normal wear.
• A World War II brass and ebonised
  A World War II brass and ebonised metal rifle sight by W. Ottway & Co Ealing London Pattern No. 1132 dated 1940 No. 746 20ins overall (extensively worn to metal)
• 5 WWI ITEMS INCL. BINOCULARS AND
  5 WWI ITEMS INCL. BINOCULARS AND FDR LETTERTwo (2) TLS including one (1) signed by Franklin Delano Roosevelt; two (2) pairs of binoculars related to his "Eyes for the Navy" initiative, and one (1) World War I era medicine or pill box, 5 items total. Most of the items pertain to Mr. Fulton M. Wilson of Fayetteville, Tennessee, who answered FDR's call for "Eyes for the Navy," by leasing his binoculars to the United States Navy during the American shortage of this type of equipment in World War I. 1st - 2nd items: Two (2) typed letters, signed, addressed to Wilson, including one (1) from Franklin D. Roosevelt (1882-1945) on official stationery dated April 15, 1918. The letter thanks Mr. Wilson for his "...prompt and patriotic response to the NAVY'S call for binoculars..." and states that "...every effort will be made to return them to you...". Signed "FD Roosevelt" below the letter. Also includes one (1) letter on U.S. Navy Recruiting Office Custom House, Nashville, TN stationary, from an ensign, US Naval Reserve Force (USNRF) Recruiting Officer, dated March 16, 1918. This letter also thanks Wilson for sending the binoculars and promises Wilson will be paid the sum of $1 if his binoculars are accepted for use. Illegibly signed below the letter. 3rd - 4th items: Two (2) pairs of binoculars, including one (1) C.P. Goerz, Berlin, Treider Binocle pair having inscription reading "U.S. NAVY" and "P16589" below the lenses (5 1/4" H x 4 1/2" W), and one (1) Chevalier Optician, Paris pair (6 1/2" H x 5 1/4" W). Note: the second pair of binoculars may not actually have been accepted for use in the war effort. 5th item: World War I era medicine or pill box. Brown leather, single stitched, having a single lunate flap with a brass snap closure that opens to reveal interior with four individual compartments containing four glass vials with metal caps. Unmarked. 3 3/4" H x 4 3/8" W x 1 1/4" D. Property of the Lincoln County Museum, Fayetteville, TN; Bequest of Mary Bright Wilson (1909-2004), formerly of Fayetteville, and descended in her family. Condition: 1st - 2nd items: Both letters in overall very good condition with light toning. March 16 letter with 1/2" tear to to of letter (does not affect body of letter or signature). Both signatures in overall good, legible condition. 3rd - 4th items: Overall good condition with wear, surface grime to be expected from age and manner of use. 5th item: Wear surface grime to leather; stitching to back of flap securing it to box is dry; flap is partially separated from box. Some original contents remain to interior vials. Vials with tarnish to metal caps, some breaks to glass.