A pair of Second World War German field binoculars

A pair of Second World War German field binoculars, 10x50 marked 'BMJ' for Hensoldt & Sohne M. Optische Werk A G Wetzlar, serial number 524171, in the original brown leather case marked 'Hensoldt Weitzlar', sold together with a Royal Navy bullion officer's cap badge.

Sold together with a photograph of Sub Lieutenant Glynn Jones (RNVR) on his wedding day, together with the vessel he is believed to have served on. Sub Lt. Davies acquired these binoculars during the Second World War and later became headmaster of Berriew Primary School.

Condition Report
The optics are clear and they focus smoothly, however, the range reticles are slightly off by about 5 degrees. On the exterior of the largest lenses, there are also a couple of small spots of what appears to be mould (but these do not seem to affect the vision). The exterior of the binoculars has some flaking and bubbling to the paintwork, commensurate with age and general use.

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