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Rare Carl Zeiss O.D.F. 95 binoculars and case – Offiziers Doppelfernrohr c1895 Perhaps that is why the O.D.F. 95 is the first official military Zeissprism glass and therefore the first German military prism glass.This is just one of many statementsthat can be found on the internet about these very early and rare binoculars. Known as Offiziers Doppelfernrohr (Oficersdouble telescope) these were produced around 1895 hence the 95 designation.This particular pair carry the serial number 1070 stamped on the frame. Theyalso have the private number 873 inscribed on the top cover plate. Both thesenumbers indicate a very early production date.The binoculars are in very goodoriginal condition. The solder-filled inscriptions are still very clear withvirtually no rubbing at all. The left hand plate is inscribed Carl Zeiss JenaD.R.P. The right hand plate has O.D.F.95.P.No873. Although not marked as such, these would have been 6x magnification.Most of the original black enamel paint is still present with just theslightest amount of edge rubbing, scratching on the bottom cover plates, and alot of rubbing on the hinge spindle. The leather covering is almost perfect. Theeye cups look to be original and are also perfect, still retaining clear white-filledmarkings. There is a little internal dust when back viewed but nothing thatunduly affects normal viewing. There is one dust particle visible on theextreme outside of the left hand ocular. Cleaning has been left for the newowner to decide. Collimation is correct. Both oculars focus freely andsmoothly. The hinge clamp works correctly. The binoculars have what looks tobe their original neck strap which is in fair and usable condition.The binoculars come withwhat is probably their original black leather case. It is lined with dark bluevelvet which is in good condition although a little dirty. The outside of thecase has some surface cracking but is generally sound. The shoulder strap andloops as well as the belt loop are secure. The handle is almost broken rightthrough. The sprung loaded clasp is missing.This is a link to the lastpair I am aware of selling on ebay:https://www.ebay.com/itm/Dienstglas-Fernglas-ODF-95-Carl-Zeiss-Jena-1-Weltkrieg-german-binocular-/252280110538
Would international bidders please enquire for anestimate of postage cost. Please note for absolute clarity, that in addition to the honestdescription made in good faith, the photographs form an integral part of thedescription and it is incumbent upon the buyer to seek further information ifthere is any uncertainty about age, condition or functionality. Allparcels will be sent with full insurance and requiring a signature upondelivery. The full purchase value will be quoted on customsdocumentation and all import duties will be the sole responsibility of thebuyer.
Category: Cameras and Photography:Telescopes and Binoculars:Binoculars and Monoculars
Location: Billericay, Essex
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