Dienstglas nrs. Database

[Mgaak]

Hello, I found a pair of binoculars in a bag inside my house. Optics are great, exterior as you can see. I have never been interested in 2nd world war history but considering I have this, it shouldn't be hidden but set on display. However my wife tells me to sell it. Is it worth anything ? Does this items worth is a function of time ?
Also what does the >>KF<< and H/6400 mean ?
How can you determine where does those binoculars come from ? Im pretty sure it was spoils of war of my great grand father. Yep, as Im writing this post im feeling more and more convinced I wont sell it.

[johnn]

Hello, I have just joined and wondering if you are still building the database of Busch binoculars serial numbers as I have a pair of WW2 Bakelite binoculars by Busch, if so it would be nice to have an up to date version of the list, if that is possible.

Many thanks

John

[Xavier]

hello, sorry for the late answer, I am no longer updating the database, have about a hundred more numbers to add now, but 5 teenagers (mine, yes, all of them..),are keeping me a lot off the forum..

[johnn]

Thanks for the reply Xavier, five, perfectly understandable:))

[Fall Barbarossa]

Here are mine: 6x30 ddx. triangle 352125

[GreyFox86]

Hello. I would like to ask you to identify my 6x30 m dienstglas binoculars. Thanks for help

[Vorster007]

Hi all. I'm new here and I was just wondering if you could identify my binoculars. They are 6 x 30, but unfortunately most of the distinguishing markings have been scratched out by their previous owner. I think that they are Carl Zeiss Jena Dienstglas 1916 make. There is only one distinguishing feature left, a J on the bridge. I think that this is for Jena. Can anyone clarify? Also can anyone tell me if these are genuine?
Thank you!

[Sierra2]

Hello Xavier

For your Database

I found recently this binocular in the Atlantic coast of France 8 x 60 slim 1941 M, B, eagle/M nr 943 leather benutzer and leather authentic cordon.

I will be very happy to have more informations ( uboat or what kind of ship for exemple.)

Thanks

Jean-Marc.

[Xavier]

sorry, not possibe to assign it to a particular uboat or ship, it might even be coastal unit, not a vessel

[Sierra2]

Hello Xavier,

I think with the M Mark on this Binoculars it is for ship.

The mark MSS is for the coastal unit (signal)

Jean-Marc

[Sierra2]

Hello,

Is it always ok ?

"Unless somebody one day will uncover a Carl Zeiss or Kriegsmarine document where the optical equipment issued has been registered.

We are many here who would like to see such a list"

This list is to fix binocular number with German Battleship .

Thanks.

Jean-Marc

[rws155]

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Hello. I'm a board member of a WWII museum. A local Police Department brought in a set of German WWII binoculars. I am not at the museum and only have what our archivist sent me. They appear to be Afrika Korps 10X50 Dienstglas. Can anyone tell me where I can look to find out more about this particular pair and the Dienstglas in general to use for a placard in the museum?
Thanks in advance.

[Xavier]

not "afrika korps", just yellow tan color, please.
you have a mid to late war 10x50 roof prism hensoldt binoculars,
regarding use, those were issued to all branches, but in my experience, most roof prims hensoldts seem to have been issued to motorized or mechanized personel

[Bowenx]

Hello...my pair reads as follow:
6x30
#59217
eug
KF

[Vandal33]

Hi, my grandad gave me some binos before he passed away, told me they're German, can anyone tell me the origins of these or any further info?

There is a number on the right collecting lens casing which is 295389. I have attached all images of markings I can find. Think they're 6x30 and need a hell of a good service! Image is dusty but no scratches and in need of collumating. No reticle pattern either.

I do have better images I can send via PM.Thanks for taking the time.

Take Care and Stay Safe!