Telescope Spyglass

Listing ID #4737566

This is a massive and beautiful reproduction antique finish  brass telescope with tripod stand crafted in the old style.The 8x telescope has ground glass optics and produces a sharp image; it is focused by rotating a large adjusting ring near the eyepiece.

A brass lens cover on a chain, a 360 degree vernier wheel to measure inclination, a sighting telescope that can be adjusted.Tthe telescope can be positioned on a table for comfortable observation.

The telescope can be easily removed from the collapsible stand.

The telescope itself has a full 360-degree horizontal range of motion around the tripod, and 180 degrees vertical.

A treasure that is sure to impress the most distinguishing telescope collector.

This is an example of a truly practical Harbourmaster – Telescope; so called because it was often used to detect incoming sea traffic. You can spot the target with the spotter scope and then focus for a grander view with the main telescope.

This unit is designed as a terrestial telescope and is recommended to those who have a good view of the sea or of a city’s concrete jungle.