{"title":"WWII Binoculars","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"wwii-cacarl-zeiss-chrome-binoculars","title":"WWII German Military Binoculars Circa 1944","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 33\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 37\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 5\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThese WWII optics have been originally restored in a time-consuming process to reveal a crystal clear Image. Externally, hand stripping the paint inch by inch and polishing to the modern luster resembling a chrome finish. These binoculars were Primarily Used for Monitoring incoming aircraft and outgoing artillery fire. When teamed with multiple spotters they could vector both distance and height. Although used throughout the theater of fighting, their primary use was to protect the perimeter of the homeland from allied bombing. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe binoculars also feature four types of internal filters, or sun shades. There is clear, light gray, medium dark, and very dark gray. The light gray filters allow for better contrast in poor lighting conditions, and the very dark gray filter allows for objects to be viewed in bright sunlight. This filter was important to have due to the military tactic of planes flying in the sun so they couldn’t be seen from land. These binoculars were ruggedly constructed and were bulletproof, designed to withstand the perilous conditions of the battlefield. They aided in the following wartime tasks: daylight observation of enemy troop movements; directing fire from artillery toward advancing enemy troops and armor; directing fire at unfriendly aircraft; and night observation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe 45 degree angle is one of the most comfortable angles to help an observer sustain for extended watches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach Binocular has a story to tell and we are proud to say that every piece is rigorously obtained from lost battlefields and hand restored at our workshop set in the heart of the British countryside. A stunning centerpiece for any home or office, each binocular has its own unique serial markings, which means no one else in the world except you would own this incredible, one of a kind, collectible piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sterling Aviations","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45768715370627,"sku":"0","price":24000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0681\/2719\/5267\/files\/IMG_2284.png?v=1760940194"},{"product_id":"german-10x80-binoculars-on-wooden-tripod","title":"WWII German Binoculars","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is an exceptional 20th century WWII German 12x60 binocular, presented on an adjustable wooden or chrome Tripod. The binoculars were manufactured by the company Carl Zeiss. Carl Zeiss is a German manufacturer of optical systems, founded in Jena, Germany in 1846 by optician Carl Zeiss. These binoculars were used for long-watch land and sky observation by German forces between 1939 and 1945. These optics have been originally restored in a time-consuming process to reveal a crystal clear Image. Externally, hand stripping the paint inch by inch and polishing to the modern luster resembling a silver finish. These binoculars were Primarily Used for Monitoring incoming aircraft and outgoing artillery fire. When teamed with multiple spotters they could vector both distance and height. Although used throughout the theater of fighting, their primary use was to protect the perimeter of the homeland from allied bombing. All these Binoculars have world-class optics by the known Carl Zeiss. Each Binocular has a story to tell and we are proud to say that every piece is rigorously obtained from lost battlefields and hand restored at our workshop set in the heart of the British countryside. A stunning centerpiece for any home or office, each binocular has its own unique serial markings, which means no one else in the world except you would own this incredible, one of a kind, collectible piece.\u2028\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAdditional Information:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese Zeiss Binoculars were primarily utilized by Luftwaffe Flak Artillery ground crews, serving as valuable tools for spotting and identifying enemy aircraft. They played a key role in directing crew-served rangefinders, searchlights, and flak cannons of Anti-Aircraft batteries stationed around various German and occupied ports, cities, and industrial centers. Due to their exceptional optics, they also proved invaluable on the battlefield for tactical observation, being employed in multiple theaters of war by the German Army from the outset of 1939.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eZeiss bearing the marker of 'Jumelles 12 x 60' , indicating that they would have been made between 1930 and 1939 in occupied Germany. They are fitted with adjustable and variable light shades (marked farbglasser) for use in all daytime and darker light conditions and have the later war style rain shield (helpful for eyeglass wearers too), as well as convertible barrel, for additional night\/ day usage as well as side switch filter for viewing in direct sunlight. Clearly these were obsessively engineered to exacting standards. They have exceptional optics with the 12 indicating the degree of magnification and the 60 indicating the 6 cm optic width.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpecification: Binocular 22cm high , 47cm long , 45cm wide, stand adjustable from 130cm to 180cm.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sterling Aviations","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45768715403395,"sku":null,"price":38000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0681\/2719\/5267\/files\/ZEISS2.png?v=1760940195"},{"product_id":"emil-busch-wwii-military-10-x-80-binoculars","title":"WWII Anti-Aircraft Binoculars","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 33\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 37\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 5\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA superb 10 x 80 binocular by\u003cspan\u003e Carl Zeiss\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof Germany with 45° inclined oculars and integral filters. This model of binocular was originally designed by Zeiss  in 1930, adopted by the military in 1936 and went into production with various modifications.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe rugged construction made the model suitable for both day and night time observation and the direction of fire from artillery and flak stations. The binocular block is stamped with the manufacturer’s identification code (cxn) indicating the maker (from 1940 the origin of German military equipment was intended to be obscured from the enemy by the use of these government-issued, three-letter codes).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe binoculars have been stripped of their original paint, the cast aluminium polished to a mirror finish and then mounted on a custom made cradle fitted to a period height adjustable wooden tripod stand. The optics have been fully refurbished to the highest standards.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese binoculars come with a wooden stand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sterling Aviations","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45768716615811,"sku":null,"price":25000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0681\/2719\/5267\/files\/1_3512e4eb-add7-495a-adae-8a699abe9603.jpg?v=1760940229"},{"product_id":"wwii-15x80-marine-binoculars-1","title":"WWII Nikko Destroyer Ship Binoculars","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNikon marine binoculars mounted on a wooden period tripod, these exceptional binoculars display entirely Original optics in a distinctly Japanese bulletproof straight-body instrument with 15 x magnification with 80 mm objective naval lens that have been originally restored in a time-consuming process to reveal a crystal clear Image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEach Binocular has a story to tell, as these were used defensively by the Navy, and are very rare due to the fact that most found their fates at the bottom of the sea. This particular pair was on a Japanese destroyer, one of the most formidable destroyers of the World War II era. They only allotted one pair of binoculars per destroyer, making these Binoculars highly sought after.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA stunning centerpiece for any home or office, each binocular has its own unique serial markings, which means no one else in the world except you would own this incredible, one of a kind, collectible piece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sterling Aviations","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45768719433859,"sku":null,"price":7500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0681\/2719\/5267\/files\/BinocularsFinal-9_2056ccdb-696a-4ec5-815d-51498b7e883d.jpg?v=1770263206"},{"product_id":"wwii-carl-zeiss-binoculars-with-adjustable-tripod-copy","title":"WWII BIG EYE Kriegsmarine Battleship Deck Mounted Binoculars","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 33\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 37\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 5\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFully polished German Kriegsmarine binoculars that were used on German warships in World War II as anti-aircraft guns and as observation viewers The lenses are coated, which gives a particularly good optical image with more clarity, contrast and stronger colors. The binoculars are equipped with a system to remove condensation moisture. Very solid and waterproof viewer Standing on original old  adjustable tripod Superb binoculars in perfect condition. Type: Carl Zeiss Jena 10 x 80 -20 ° BLC 180507 Porro prism 2 design Year of construction 1930 Eyepiece Field of view 122 x 100 m (7°) Three built-in day and night filters Coated optics Folding forehead support Measures: Length 54 cm Width 26 cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sterling Aviations","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46590790271107,"sku":"0","price":80000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0681\/2719\/5267\/files\/IMG_1584203070539_master_jpg_dc714e4c-80c7-4598-958c-19586cb01510.jpg?v=1771130491"},{"product_id":"japanese-curved-naval-binoculars-copy","title":"WWII Military Binoculars","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 33\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 37\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 5\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA remarkable pair of 1940s German made Carl Zeiss Jena WWII binoculars, featuring 60 degree inclined oculars and integral filters, originally designed for anti aircraft observation and flak range finding. Made to a Carl Zeiss Jena design frequently used on flak range finders, these binoculars were typically deployed in groups of three, with two for the aimers and one for the firing technician. The oculars are inclined at 60 degrees to the horizontal, a highly intelligent feature originally intended to allow more comfortable viewing of the sky. For that reason, this model has long been regarded for both its exceptional design and its optical performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular example is especially distinctive, believed to have been produced for the French Vichy regime during the Second World War, which is why the control engravings appear in French. The result is a rare and historically layered instrument with a character entirely its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat you are seeing is a pair of silver polished Carl Zeiss Jena binoculars, with the 12 x 60 magnification marking displayed across the top plate, mounted on a 1930s military Carl Zeiss stand that has been carefully refinished to complement the piece. The binocular body has been hand stripped inch by inch, revealing the cast aluminium beneath, then polished to a brilliant mirror like lustre that gives the instrument its striking silver finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe optics have been meticulously restored through a time intensive process to reveal a beautifully crisp and crystal clear image. Mounted in a custom cradle and presented on a period height adjustable wooden tripod, the piece also includes a newly made wooden floor stand for added stability and protection of interior surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA dramatic statement for a home, office, gallery, or yacht, each binocular bears its own unique wartime markings and subtle distinctions. This is not simply a decorative object, but a truly singular collectible. A genuine piece of history with presence, rarity, and elegance in equal measure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Aviation Sterling","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46867273973891,"sku":"0","price":17000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0681\/2719\/5267\/files\/download_9__jpg.jpg?v=1774411252"},{"product_id":"nikon-wwii-naval-destroyer-binoculars","title":"Nikon WWII Naval Destroyer Binoculars 20x120 – Rare 1930s Japanese Military Telescope with Tripod","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 33\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 37\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 5\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNikon WWII Naval Destroyer Binoculars 20x120 – Rare 1930s Japanese Military Telescope with Tripod\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStep into the legacy of World War II naval precision with this extraordinary pair of Nikon WWII Naval Destroyer Binoculars, a rare 20x120 optical instrument dating back to the 1930s. Crafted in Japan and originally mounted aboard a naval destroyer, this straight-body binocular system represents some of the most powerful and exclusive maritime optics of its time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith only one binocular unit typically assigned per destroyer, this piece stands as an exceptionally rare military artifact. Featuring entirely original optics, it delivers remarkable clarity and depth, while preserving its historical integrity. The large 120mm objective lenses provide superior light-gathering capability, making it ideal for long-range observation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMounted on a period-correct tripod, this binocular set is not only a functional optical device but also a striking statement piece. Its authentic serial markings ensure that each unit is truly one of a kind—making it a prized addition for collectors, historians, or luxury interior décor enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAuthentic Nikon WWII naval destroyer binoculars\u003cbr\u003eRare 20x120 magnification with large objective lenses\u003cbr\u003eCirca 1930s Japanese military optics\u003cbr\u003eOriginally mounted on a naval destroyer (one per vessel)\u003cbr\u003eStraight-body binocular design for stability and durability\u003cbr\u003eOriginal optical glass with excellent clarity\u003cbr\u003eUnique serial markings for one-of-a-kind authenticity\u003cbr\u003eIncludes period tripod mount for display and use\u003cbr\u003eIdeal for collectors, museums, and luxury décor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMagnification: 20x\u003cbr\u003eObjective Lens Diameter: 120mm\u003cbr\u003eManufacturer: Nikon\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Japan\u003cbr\u003ePeriod: 1930–1939\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Aluminum, Optical Glass, Silvered Components\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 129.73 in (329.52 cm)\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 17.72 in (45.01 cm)\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 7.49 in (19.03 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Aviation Sterling","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47022561722499,"sku":"Nikon WWII Naval","price":52000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0681\/2719\/5267\/files\/f_37371612_1701503110465_bg_processed.jpg?v=1777052108"}],"url":"https:\/\/aviationsterlings.com\/collections\/wwii-binoculars.oembed","provider":"Sterling Aviation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}