Description
A genuine antique brass three-draw telescope, complete with its original brown leather grip section and matching leather carrying case. A classic late-19th to early-20th-century design, well suited to collectors, decorators, or practical coastal viewing.
Key Features:
- Type: 3-draw handheld telescope
- Materials: Brass, glass optics, leather grip
- Focus: Slide focus via draw tubes
- Accessories: Original leather case
- Objective lens diameter: 50 mm
- Extendable sunshade
- Length: 265 mm (closed) – 800 mm (fully extended including sunshade)
- Sliding eyepiece cover with colour light filter
- Weight: approx. 1.1 kg
Based on the construction method, brass finish, leatherwork style, and optical layout, this telescope was most likely made in the UK circa 1890–1910.
Note:
Optics are intact. All internal lenses have been cleaned. Image is clear and usable for the age. Draw tubes extend and retract smoothly. Brass displays an attractive, untouched antique patina with surface wear and marks consistent with age and handling. No modern polishing – original finish retained. The leather grip and case are original, with honest wear, scuffs, and stitching consistent with age. Leather remains structurally sound.
