An authentic Dollond London three-draw telescope, combining brass fittings with a smooth wooden barrel.
An authentic Dollond London three-draw telescope, combining brass fittings with a smooth wooden barrel. Featuring a three-section brass barrel with a polished wood main tube, it extends to 59cm. The piece carries its maker’s mark, a hallmark of quality in nautical optics. The warm patina and sturdy construction offer both aesthetic charm and historical interest, making it a fine addition to any collection of maritime or antique instruments.
• Maker: Dollond London
• Material: Brass & wood
• Sections: 3 draw
• Length: 59 cm - 23 inch extended
- Lens Diameter: 5 cm - 1.9 inch
• Condition: Vintage, working order with signs of age & use
Estimated Age: Circa 1870–1920, with a strong likelihood of it being pre World War I.
An authentic Dollond London three-draw telescope, combining brass fittings with a smooth wooden barrel. Featuring a three-section brass barrel with a polished wood main tube, it extends to 59cm. The piece carries its maker’s mark, a hallmark of quality in nautical optics. The warm patina and sturdy construction offer both aesthetic charm and historical interest, making it a fine addition to any collection of maritime or antique instruments.
• Maker: Dollond London
• Material: Brass & wood
• Sections: 3 draw
• Length: 59 cm - 23 inch extended
- Lens Diameter: 5 cm - 1.9 inch
• Condition: Vintage, working order with signs of age & use
Estimated Age: Circa 1870–1920, with a strong likelihood of it being pre World War I.