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Antique Telescope, Single Draw Officer of the Watch, Gieves Ltd, London C.1930
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Antique Telescope, Single Draw Officer of the Watch, Gieves Ltd, London C.1930

1920 - 1940
Description

This is an antique telescope, a single draw 'Officer of the Watch' telescope retailed by Royal Navy outfitters Gieves Ltd, London and dating to the early 20th century. An identical item with different serial number can be seen in the Royal Museums, Greenwich, London.

'Officer of the Watch' telescopes were commonly used on board ship from the 19th century onwards. Gieves Ltd were the retailer in this case, being the London based Royal Navy outfitters established in 1785. They remain a premium, luxury brand operating from No.1 Saville Row, London today trading as Gieves and Hawkes.

Perfect today for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky. Supplied ready to enjoy.

Presenting a clear, sharp optical performance

Parallel, leather clad, primary barrel in good order

German silver (copper, zinc and nickel alloy) draw tube and sun shade

Withdraws with a smooth action, easy to focus

32mm (1.25") achromatic objective lens

Presents a good, sharp and bright image

Engraved 'Gieves Ltd, No. 9345'

Complete with lens cap and swivel dust cover

An historic, period piece fine to use today that displays well. Supplied with an London Fine oak and brass 'Captain's Stand' for display.

Dimensions:

Max Drawn Length with Sun Shade: 65cm (25.5'')

Closed Length: 45cm (17.75'')

Objective Glass Diameter: 32mm (1.25'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

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Our Ref: 18.5083

Physical Dimensions
Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
65cm (25.59")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA550250
Dealers Internal Reference
18.5083
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Description
This is an antique telescope, a single draw 'Officer of the Watch' telescope retailed by Royal Navy outfitters Gieves Ltd, London and dating to the early 20th century. An identical item with different serial number can be seen in the Royal Museums, Greenwich, London.

'Officer of the Watch' telescopes were commonly used on board ship from the 19th century onwards.

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Gieves Ltd were the retailer in this case, being the London based Royal Navy outfitters established in 1785.
London Fine Antiques

They remain a premium, luxury brand operating from No.1 Saville Row, London today trading as Gieves and Hawkes.

fig 1. Antique Telescope, Single Draw Officer of the Watch, Gieves Ltd, London c.1930
fig 1. Antique Telescope, Single Draw Officer of the Watch, Gieves Ltd, London C.1930

Perfect today for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky. Supplied ready to enjoy.

Presenting a clear, sharp optical performance

fig 2. Antique Telescope, Single Draw Officer of the Watch, Gieves Ltd, London c.1930
fig 2. Antique Telescope, Single Draw Officer of the Watch, Gieves Ltd, London C.1930

Parallel, leather clad, primary barrel in good order

German silver (copper, zinc and nickel alloy) draw tube and sun shade

Withdraws with a smooth action, easy to focus

32mm (1.25") achromatic objective lens

fig 3. Antique Telescope, Single Draw Officer of the Watch, Gieves Ltd, London c.1930
fig 3. Antique Telescope, Single Draw Officer of the Watch, Gieves Ltd, London C.1930

Presents a good, sharp and bright image

Engraved 'Gieves Ltd, No. 9345'

Complete with lens cap and swivel dust cover

An historic, period piece fine to use today that displays well. Supplied with an London Fine oak and brass 'Captain's Stand' for display.

fig 4. Antique Telescope, Single Draw Officer of the Watch, Gieves Ltd, London c.1930
fig 4. Antique Telescope, Single Draw Officer of the Watch, Gieves Ltd, London C.1930

Dimensions:

Max Drawn Length with Sun Shade: 65cm (25.5'')

Closed Length: 45cm (17.75'')

Objective Glass Diameter: 32mm (1.25'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

fig 5. Antique Telescope, Single Draw Officer of the Watch, Gieves Ltd, London c.1930
fig 5. Antique Telescope, Single Draw Officer of the Watch, Gieves Ltd, London C.1930

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 18.5083

Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
65cm (25.59")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA550250
Dealers Internal Ref
18.5083
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Antique Telescope, Single Draw Officer of the Watch, Gieves Ltd, London c.1930
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