Japanese WWII long-range binoculars. c1942.
Price Code: SOLD
Reference: 5621
Manufactured by Nikko (predecessor to Nikon): an extraordinary and very rare pair of WWII Japanese navy long-range binoculars, of massive 50 x 150 specifications, with a protractor scale and mounted on an extendable, gimble tripod stand enabling 360 degrees and near-vertical viewing. This instrument has been completely stripped of its original paint, and re-polished back to the original metal. Japanese, circa 1942. Length overall: 40 inches (100cms).
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