Everyone seems to have a pair of old binoculars in the lofts or hanging around that they got from their grandad but have never used them. Binoculars are a common item to inherit but never get used. During the war, they were a popular item, meaning many infantrymen had a pair to pass down. To avoid vintage binoculars going to waste, you can send them to us. Pack It Post It can tell you all about your item's rich and diverse history. Then, we can buy it off you, freeing up your space and ensuring your vintage binoculars live on.
Antique binoculars are a worthwhile investment and a sought-after collectable but differentiating an antique set of binoculars from a vintage set of binoculars may be more complex than initially thought. What's more, is there are so many different brands, styles, and types of optical wear that it can be easy to get lost in what is worthwhile and what is mass-produced or easy to come by.
The most recognisable of antique binocular brands is Carl Zeiss, a brand that has been around since 1847. Whilst Zeiss is still a famous camera brand, they started their speciality in scientific optical equipment. Binoculars were first invented as easy to hold opera glasses. These soon developed into more substantial models used in surveillance and war. However, the quality of vintage and antique binoculars is so long-lasting that many of them continue to be used today.
All of them! There are many different types of binoculars, both old and new and not just the kind we use for bird watching. The relevancy of the style of antique binoculars directly reflects its value and who may be interested in it as a collector's piece. These variations in style include the spyglass, opera glasses, and military binoculars. Binoculars from the WW2 era are highly collectable not just because they are military memorabilia but because of their durability to survive the war and remain usable today.
If you are interested in parting with your antique or vintage binoculars, you can send them to us for evaluation. We have experts in their fields carry out our appraisals, so you can safely know that your items will be appropriately assessed. In addition, we have specialist safe delivery options for glass products to choose from. If you want to get the process underway but are unsure how to start, feel free to contact us at admin@packitpostit.co.uk or drop us a call at 08001125512, we can't wait to hear from you.
If you like the idea of getting cash for your vintage memorabilia, collectibles and antique furniture, order a seller pack and send us your items using our prepaid postage labels or select the option for a home visit if they’re too large to pack and post.
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