WW1 German Navy Officer of the Watch Telescope
Voigtländer & Sohn AG, Braunschweig – No. M1177, circa 1914
This authentic First World War German Navy Officer of the Watch telescope is a striking example of early 20th-century naval optics, produced by the renowned optical specialists Voigtländer & Sohn AG. Issued for service aboard German warships, telescopes of this type were an essential tool for officers keeping vigilant watch over hostile seas during a time of global conflict.
Crafted as a single-draw refractor, the telescope combines silvered nickel fittings with a leather-clad primary barrel, now displaying an attractive, time-worn patina that speaks to its age and service. The nickel surfaces retain bright, reflective tones, softened by light tarnish consistent with over a century of history.
The recessed 32mm objective lens remains clear and bright, designed to offer protection while delivering reliable performance at sea. The flared eyecup, complete with a swivel du
...st cover, features a finely executed concentric ring finish—an elegant detail reflecting Voigtländer’s precision craftsmanship. The draw tube is crisply engraved with the maker’s name, Voigtländer & Sohn A.G., along with the town of Braunschweig.
Presented in excellent aged condition, this telescope is a rare and fascinating survivor from the German Imperial Navy, embodying both the technical excellence and maritime heritage of the era.
Dimensions:
• Closed length: 43.5 cm
• Fully drawn length: 64.5 cm
• Objective lens diameter: 32 mm
• Price £495.00 inclusive of shipping to within the UK
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Internal Reference: OSA1555
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1189386
Dateline of this antique is 1910
Height is 43.5cm (17.1inches)Width is 64.5cm (25.4inches)Depth is 3.2cm (1.3inches)
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