How do I use a multi-draw spyglass?

Extend all the brass draws fully until each section locks firmly into position. Sight the target and adjust the final smaller eyepiece tube until the image comes into sharp focus. Keep the lenses clean using appropriate optical cloths and avoid forcing any stuck draws to prevent damage to the internal fittings.

Were these used at sea?

Many of these instruments served naval officers and marine navigators for spotting land, signals and other vessels. Their brass and leather construction resisted harsh maritime conditions. Officer of the watch models were specifically tailored for deck duty during changing weather.

How should I clean the leather?

Dust the surface gently with a dry cloth and apply a neutral leather preservative sparingly if the hide appears dry. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners that might damage the historic finish. Take care not to let moisture or cleaning products contact the brass or the glass lenses.

Can I date a piece without a signature?

Examine the number of draws, the typography of any engraved text, and the stitching style of the leather wrap. Earlier eighteenth-century and Georgian pieces often show heavier, simpler construction. Victorian and Edwardian examples frequently incorporate standardised multi-draw configurations and finer maker signatures.

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These leather brass spyglass pieces are practical optical instruments designed for portability, offering the keen collector a tactile connection to maritime and military history.

Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, After Dollond, Victorian, 1890

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Antique Officer of the Watch Telescope, English, After Dollond, Victorian, 1890

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Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Davis of London, Victorian, 1860

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Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Terrestrial, Davis of London, Victorian, 1860

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A Military Campaign Telescope

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