Quick Focus Rifleman by J.H. Steward London. Two-draw brass telescope plus fine focusing at eyepiece

Description

Are you looking for a vintage telescope with high magnification and fine focus? If so, you might be interested in the Quick Focus Rifleman telescope by J. H. Steward Ltd., a renowned optical instrument maker based in London. This rare and antique telescope dates back to the early 20th century, and features a leather bound main barrel, two brass drawers, and an eyepiece barrel that can be adjusted for precise image focusing. This telescope is in good working order and can deliver a magnification of up to 30x. Whether you are a collector of historical telescopes or a hobbyist who enjoys stargazing, you will love this Quick Focus Rifleman telescope by J. H. Steward Ltd.

Engraved on first barrel: 

QUICK FOCUS RIFLEMAN
J. H. STEWARD LTD.
406 STRAND
LONDON

Magnification: Not marked on the scope, but this is estimated approx. at 25x – 30x level

Telescope length when closed: 310mm (12.2 in.)

Telescope length when extended: 650mm (25.6 inches).

Objective lens diameter: 37mm (1.5 in.)

Leather bound main telescope barrel diameter: 41mm (1.6 in.)

Brass telescope tubes.

Rotatable eyepiece barrel for quick fine focusing.

Detachable sunshade.

Weight: approx. 645g (1.4 lb.)

This telescope is in good working condition for its age with very clear images.

Note:

This vintage telescope has a leather bound covering that is well-preserved and shows only minor signs of use. The lenses are intact and have been cleaned to ensure clear and sharp images. You can see the quality and condition of this telescope in the photos above. This is a great opportunity to own a historical and functional optical instrument.