This characteristic instrument was once used to navigate at the open sea.
It features multiple lenses making it possible to measure the angle between an astonomical object and the horizon for the purposes of celestial navigation.
It would be the perfect addition to display in your nautical collection!
After more than a century the sextant is in used condition and shows signs of wear.
Over the years it acquired a nice patina which only adds more charm to it in my eyes!
Measurements:
Width: 11 cm
Length: 12 cm
Depth: 6.5 cm
Antique 1930′ Carl Zeiss Jena Deltintem 8×30 binoculars
These antique binoculars were manufactured in the German city of Jena by Carl Zeiss, a company that over the years got famous for the high quality lenses & optical systems!
The level of craftmanship that was put into these binoculars is hard to find in modern optics and is life-lasting!
It stills shows its serial number of 1018412, which indicated they should be made in the year 1930.
These binoculars would make the perfect gift to any enthousiast of optics or binoculars!
After almost a century the binoculars still remain in good condition and only show minor signs of use. The subtle patina it acquired over the years only adds to its charm!
The belt features a leather sheath with 6 meat knives.
It has once been worn and used by a butcher carving and cutting up meat.
Some of the knives still show brand marks.
It would be the perfect decor piece to display in a butcher shop, restaurant or kitchen!
After more than a century the belt is in worn condition. Over the years it acquired a nice patina that only adds charm to it. Some of the knives have been sharpened so many times the blades slowly worn smaller. All the items are treated with grease and antique wax to give their surface a protective layer and a subtle glossy finish.
Measurements:
Sheath: 24.5 x 6.5 cm
Knives: 34 / 32 / 27 / 25 / 25 / 25 cm
Antique 1926′ Carl Zeiss Jena Marine Glas 6×30 binoculars
These antique binoculars were manufactured in the German city of Jena by Carl Zeiss, a company that over the years got famous for the high quality lenses & optical systems!
The level of craftmanship that was put into these binoculars is hard to find in modern optics and is life-lasting!
It stills shows its serial number of 695057, which indicated they are made in the year 1926.
These binoculars would make the perfect gift to any enthousiast of optics or binoculars!
After almost a century the binoculars are in worn condition and show signs of use. Over the years they acquired a patina which only adds rustic charm to them in my eyes!
These antique binoculars were manufactured by the German company of Vöigtlander, a company that over the years got famous for the high quality lenses & optical systems!
The level of craftmanship that was put into these binoculars is hard to find in modern optics and is life-lasting!
These binoculars would make the perfect gift to any enthousiast of optics or binoculars!
After almost a century the binoculars still remain in good condition and only show minor signs of use. The subtle patina it acquired over the years only adds to its charm!
This rugged rack was issued by the Swiss military in the 1950’s. It features a wooden frame, multiple leather straps and a leather covered back cushion.
It would be a cool piece to display in your cabin or lodge but would also make the perfect base for a taxidermy pack mount!
After 70 years the rack still remains in good condition but shows signs of wear. Over the years it acquired a nice patina which only adds more charm to it!
Measurements:
Height: 74 cm
Width: 32.5 cm
Depth: 23 cm
Vintage 40’s WWII era military issued Original Bezard compass
The Bezard-Kompass was a highly successful compass made by the Austrian manufacturer of Lufft.
Because of its reliability it has been used by the military in multiple European counties! This very compass was issued by the german army during the second world war!
This rare piece is collectible, decorative and usable! It would be cool to take with you on a hiking trip or to display as small decor.
Even after 80 years the compass still remains in good condition and only shows minor signs of use!
It’s in a function condition and still points north easily!
This unique drawing was done by a Dutch artist in the 1920’s and shows a large steamer ship called ‘Europa’.
It still shows a signature in the lower right corner but I’ve not been able to identify it.
It was framed by the Dutch art dealer of Joh. D. Scherft and features a classic wooden frame with glass covering the drawing.
It would be the perfect piece to display in your rustic style interior!
After more than a century the drawing remains in good condition. Over the years both the drawing and wooden frame acquired a nice patina which only adds more charm to them!
Vintage 40’s WWII Swedish army issued M1909 winter parka
Originally these sheepskin lined coats were issued by the Swedish army to their troops to withstand the freezing winter tempretures of Scandinavia!
These parkas have gained iconic status for their rugged design and quality! They are called ‘Livpäls’ by the Swedes which means ‘a coat for life’ and they seem to live up to that name!
The jacket is made by de Swedish military supplier Mats Larsson.
It is the ultimate winter coat and can still be worn!
After 80 years the parka still remains in good condition and only shows minor signs of wear and use. Over the years it acquired a nice patina that only adds more character to it!
Men size Medium / Large
Measurements:
Chest width: 55 cm
Shoulder width: 47 cm
Back length: 88 cm
This intrument was built in the 1950’s by the Sicilian luthier company of S. Sgroi Silvestri and is a perfect example of old school craftmanship!
It comes with it’s original travel bag.
This vintage instrument is still playable but would also be cool to display in your cabin or home!
After 70 years the banjolin is in used condition and shows signs of wear.
Sadly the veneer on the bottom of the back shows some damage.
The piece has been generally cleaned and treated with antique wax.
Except of minimal treatment I decided to leave the banjo in its original condition and leave it up to the next owner to either keep it that way or fully restore it.
Measurements:
banjolin length: 60 cm
banjolin width: 26 cm
Antique 1887′ French winter fashion advertising poster
This poster used to advertise the newest winter collection of a French clothing store in in Boulevard des Italiens, one of the busiest boulevards of Paris!
It was printed in 1887 and shows multiple ladies & gentlemen in classic 19th century clothing. It comes in a gilded frame.
It would be the perfect piece to display in your clothing store or classic style interior!
After more than a century the poster is in worn condition. Over the years both the painting and frame acquired a nice patina which only adds more charm to them in my eyes!
The plaster on the gilded frame it has crumbled a bit over time, I treated it with a thick layer of varnish to prevent it from eroding any further.
This beautiful instrument is a perfect example of old school craftsmanship and features some unique characteristics!
It would be the the perfect decor piece to dispaly in your home, lodge or cabin!
After more than a century the banjo remains in used condition. Due to time and use it acquired a worn patina which only adds charm to it in my eyes!
Except of minimal treatment I decided to leave the banjolin in its original condition and leave it up to the next owner to either keep it that way or fully restore it.
Measurements:
total length: 78 cm
width body: 29.5 cm
