Item Description
Original Item: Only One Available. Military binoculars and those used by the German military in the Second World War are some of the most collectable antique binoculars. Values can be especially high for a U-boat captain's binoculars, while field used examples such as this one are far more affordable and display nicely!
Dienstglas binoculars were among some of the most prized souvenirs for Allied Servicemen. After the War they became a desirable accessory and many found new owners through optical retailers and surplus stores. For example, Peerless Camera Stores in New York offered Zeiss Dienstglas binoculars 10x50 for $97 and 6x30 for $38 in 1946!
Binoculars used by the German military in the Second World War were made by a wide range of makers. The most well-known were Carl Zeiss, Ernst Leitz, Swarovski and Voightlander. Up to 1940 they carried the maker's name and as well as the word “Dienstglas” which means service glass. From around 1940 the maker's name was replaced by a three letter code.
There were three common types of binoculars issued to the German military before and during the Second World War: 6x30, 7x50, 10x50.
This example bears the 3 letter code for Ernst Leitz, beh, on the back of the left side. The right side bears the specification Dienstglas 10 X 50 over the serial number 346043 over M H/6400. The binoculars retain their original neck strap.
A lovely set, ready for further research and display.
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