Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Leather, Terrestrial, Victorian c.1870

This is an antique 3-draw telescope. An English, brass and leather terrestrial or astronomical refractor, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1870. Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky. Purposeful example with dust covers and tactile barrel. Displays a desirable aged patina throughout - each tube draws with a pleasingly firm action. Broad 60mm primary barrel dressed with a quality leather hand grip. Rich golden tones shine from the polished brass tubes. Presents a clear optical performance, with a 35mm (1.5") primary objective lens. Deep, sliding sun shade for protection on brighter days, with screw on sliding dust cap Flared eye cup also offering a sliding dust cover. Supplied with a London Fine oak and brass 'Captain's Stand' for display. This is an attractive and nicely specified antique telescope, with quality Victorian optical craftsmanship. Delivered polished and ready for use or display.