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Vintage 2 Draw Telescope, English, Leather, Brass, Terrestrial Refractor, C.1960

Stock No

24352

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2024
  • £895.00
  • €1,060 Euro
  • $1,150 US Dollar

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Item Description

Our Stock # 24352

This is a vintage 2 draw telescope. An English, leather on brass terrestrial refractor, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1960.

Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky

  • Charming, fully dressed vintage example with a tactile appeal
  • Displays a desirable aged patina throughout - eye cups present
  • Quality polished brass shows delightful golden brass hues
  • Primary barrel and lens shade dressed in a tasteful brown leather
  • Two draw type, drawing from a usefully compact length of 28cm (11'')
  • When fully drawn with the sun shade extended, a length of 61.5cm (24.25'')
  • Objective lens diameter is typical at 35mm (1.5")
  • Eyepiece finished with concentric ring turning and swivel type dust cover
  • Fascinating, screw-in type front sun shade an unusual feature
  • Engraving to the final barrel reads 'Comet (C & S) 20X
  • Further engraved 'Enbeeco' London - Made in England
  • Supplied with a London Fine oak and brass Captains Stand for display

This is an appealing vintage 2 draw telescope, with a tactile full leather jacket and drawing from a compact size. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:
Closed Length: 28cm (11'')
Fully Drawn: 61.5cm (24.25'')
Objective Diameter: 35mm (1.5'')

Dressed Length: 30cm (11.75'')

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Our Ref: 24352

Item Info

Seller Location

Hele, Devon

Item Dimensions

H: 28cm W: 3.5cm D: 3.5cm

Period

c.1960

Item Location

United Kingdom

Seller Location

Hele, Devon

Item Location

United Kingdom

Seller Contact No

+44 (0)207 1833511

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