Help Identifying Carl Zeiss Jena Binoculars (1 Viewer)

Pbones91 · Nov 7, 2019

If anyone could tell me anything about these Zeiss Jena binoculars it would be very much appreciated. Picked them up recently and would like more information. Thanks in advance!!!!!

LPT · Nov 7, 2019

Can you read any of the markings on the right side?

Pbones91 · Nov 7, 2019

The right side is completely blank. Possibly worn blank

jring · Nov 7, 2019

Hi,

first of all, welcome to birdforum!

Could you please search for any inscriptions (model info on the right prism housing and serial number at the front of the bridge joint) and take detail shots if you find any?

Also we could use some measurements like objective diameter, a guess of magnification (compare with a modern pair of known magnification) and overall length...

My guess based on the available images would be a 6x30 Silvamar or a military version of it...

Joachim

LPT · Nov 7, 2019

My impression is that it’s a 6 x 30 Silvamar made 1910-1916. If military there should be an IPD locking knob at the objective end of hinge which there is not. I’m fairly sure it’s pre to early WW I period. This very good article may help to identify binocular and period of manufacture: http://home.europa.com/~telscope/Mix.Zeiss-evolution.12.2005.pdf

Binastro · Nov 7, 2019

Welcome,

Looking at the pictures, I immediately thought 6x30 with optics in good unscratched condition.
Brass material?
I don't know the individual Zeiss models.

I did see straight away an unusual feature at the side of the front axle, which seems to be a locking screw.

I am in no way a Zeiss expert, but the dates above seem reasonable.

Regards,
B.

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