Kriegsmarine issue Hensoldt 7x56 Dienstglas binoculars 'bmj 1944'
A completely untouched set of the rarer 7x56 Dienstglas variant of the iconic roof prism binoculars which were produced by Hensoldt Wetzlar under the 'bmj' maker code.
Factory finished in black, this particular set retains the majority of the painted finish and also comes complete with all of the fitted accessories - including the rarely seen rubber ocular lens cover unique to this type of optic! Even the neck strap is matching date and maker marked '1944 bmj'.
The optics are excellent and produce a very nice bright and sharp image!
The black Presstoff case also rates in similarly nice condition and is maker coded 'bmj' along with the date of 1944. The case retains the shoulder strap and both sun filters - but most notable is the Kriegsmarine property marking to the base!
It is known from photographic evidence that a number of these Hensoldt roof prism binoculars did go on to see use on KM vessels such as U-boats late in the war.
Overall, a set which remain exactly as they were found, and surely a set that has always been together since leaving the Hensoldt factory during the war!
