Description
A vintage pair of British-made WW2 Air Ministry 6E/293 6x binoculars with individual eyepiece focusing. Textured black body with clear glass optics and smooth focus. Comes with original leather case and strap. Lovely vintage condition with some wear and patina. Great for collectors of antique optics or WW2 instruments.
Features:
- Brand: 6E/293
- Model: 6x
- Serial No.: 13748
- Made in 1944
- Magnification: 6x
- Objective lens: 30mm
- Eyepiece diameter: 12mm
- Focus Mechanism: Individual eyepiece focusing
- Body Finish: Solid metal body with textured black coverings
- Includes original leather carry case, embossed with “BINOCULAR PRISMATIC No2. CASE MK1. OS.13687. F. LTD”
- Original neck strap attached
- Size (when open): 165mm (W) x 120mm (H) x 50mm (D)
- Weight: 800g (1.8 lb.)
Engraved on top-left prism plate:
6E/293
Engraved on top-right prism plate:
1944
6x
Condition:
- Good vintage condition with authentic signs of age and use.
- Some light paint and marking wear with a pleasing patina consistent with its age.
- Focusing motion remains smooth, and the optics are reasonably clear for their era, showing only minor dust and light haze typical of vintage binoculars.
- The original leather case is solid and well-preserved, exhibiting expected vintage wear. Please note: the strap is missing, and the lid buckle is worn.
Perfect for collectors of WWII optics, British vintage instruments, or antique travel memorabilia.
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