Ross Nautical Telescope

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This seems to be a Nautical Telescope used by a watch officer (A.H. Browne inscribed on the tube) and is in reasonably good condition or its age. Not sure of its age but a collector or some one into these things would be able to date it I guess, but could be 19th century at least.

The tubes are all straight with no bending of the scope even at full extension of 1 Yard (3 feet). The lenses are all OK with a bit of dust inside so may need a clean. Not sure how to disassemble so have left it in its original condition when found in a house clearance.
The case is a bit shabby as the strap has worn through but the tube is intact and would not take much to fix. I think there has been some dubbin or saddle soap on the case at some time.
I have a good idea of what this is worth by looking at other, similar telescopes, hence the reserve.

On 02-Aug-15 at 15:22:15 BST, seller added the following information:

This seems to be a Nautical Telescope used by a watch officer (A.H. Browne inscribed on the tube) and is in reasonably good condition for its age. Not sure of its age but a collector or some one into these things would be able to date it I guess, but could be 19th century at least.

The tubes are all straight with no bending of the scope even at full extension of 1 Yard (3 feet). The lenses are all OK with a bit of dust inside so may need a clean. Not sure how to disassemble so have left it in its original condition when found in a house clearance.
The case is a bit shabby as the strap has worn through but the tube is intact and would not take much to fix. I think there has been some dubbin or saddle soap on the case at some time.
I have a good idea of what this is worth by looking at other, similar telescopes, hence the reserve.

Category: Cameras and Photography:Telescopes and Binoculars:Telescopes
Location: Blyth, Northumberland

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