Lavablobs1
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Hi,
I picked up some Zeiss binoculars at the charity shop for my Dad as a Christmas present because heard him mention Zeiss and how he would like a pair. However, I know nothing about them and I don’t even know if they are all ok to gift. What would be the best way for me to check? I’ve taken some photos and can see white dots, though this is not visible to the eye. Is it mould? Would that ruin the lens?
When I was searching for this information, I saw a post about serial numbers and I am now also wondering if these are even genuine. The serial number is 115375 which I can see is pre-war unless I am reading it wrong? However, they have the multi coating which I believe is more recent.
I don’t want to gift on Christmas Day something not working or fake, so any help would be much appreciated.
Many Thanks 🙏🏻
I picked up some Zeiss binoculars at the charity shop for my Dad as a Christmas present because heard him mention Zeiss and how he would like a pair. However, I know nothing about them and I don’t even know if they are all ok to gift. What would be the best way for me to check? I’ve taken some photos and can see white dots, though this is not visible to the eye. Is it mould? Would that ruin the lens?
When I was searching for this information, I saw a post about serial numbers and I am now also wondering if these are even genuine. The serial number is 115375 which I can see is pre-war unless I am reading it wrong? However, they have the multi coating which I believe is more recent.
I don’t want to gift on Christmas Day something not working or fake, so any help would be much appreciated.
Many Thanks 🙏🏻