Carl Zeiss Jena 7x50 Binoctar Binoculars, 1925
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Market demand: general surplus in Illinois sold in 55% of closed auctions this past year, with a median of 3 bids per lot. From 328 completed sales in our archive.
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Item: Carl Zeiss Jena 7x50 Binoctar Binoculars, 1925 Pickup: Albion, IL 62806 Loading help on site: please advise (assume none) Please quote pickup, any packing or crating, and transport.
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Carl Zeiss Jena 7x50 Binoctar binoculars from circa 1925, serial 1256239, weighing 1,171 grams with a brass frame showing heavy patina and wear consistent with field use. Collectors and vintage optics dealers pursue these pre-war German precision instruments for their historical value, optical heritage, and investment appeal. Verify the extent of internal fungus in the right optical channel before bidding, test mechanical functions directly, and inspect whether the fungus affects image quality or can be addressed through professional cleaning.
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Condition note: Right lens has internal fungus, case straps damaged
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Constructed with a substantial brass frame and weighing approximately 1,171 grams (2 lbs 9.3 oz), these binoculars are marked with serial number 1256239, dating them to circa 1925. Manufactured by Carl Zeiss Jena, a recognized leader in precision optics, the Binoctar model features 7x50 magnification specifically engineered for exceptional light transmission and rugged field use. The body shows heavy brassing and a patina consistent with years of professional handling and deployment. Mechanicalfunctions, including the hinge and diopter adjustments, remain precise and smooth. The set measures 17.8 cm H x 19.1 cm W (7.0" H x 7.5" W). The left optical channel is clear, with the right side exhibiting internal fungus, a typical occurrence in early high-aperture lenses. Included is the original black leather hard case, measuring 20.3 cm H x 21.6 cm W (8.0" H x 8.5" W). The case shows wear and damage to the leather straps and hinge, indicative of age. PM/OT
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Albion, IL 62806
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