Featured in this lot are two leather wrapped and brass binoculars from two different manufacturers circa early 1900s. The first is a Jena Special made by Carl Zeiss circa 1910-20s. Carl Zeiss AG was founded in 1846 in Jena, Germany, as a precision optics workshop. Originally focused on microscopes, Zeiss collaborated with physicist Ernst Abbe, whose scientific advances enabled the company to produce lenses with unparalleled accuracy. By the late nineteenth century, Zeiss was producing binoculars with superior glass produced by Otto Schott, which improved their optical quality. These binoculars immediately gained popularity for their clarity and durability, and were widely used by both civilians and military personnel, particularly during World Wars. Carl Zeiss is now well-known around the world for its high-quality binoculars, which are renowned for their remarkable performance and cutting-edge optical technology. These binoculars show leather wrapped barrels with the ends showing brass coverings. On the support bar it reads, "Jena Special". Optics are fairly clear. The second pair was made in Paris, France by Maxim circa 1910-20s. The binoculars are hinged and feature leather wrapped barrels. On the support frame it reads, "France / L P". Around the eye pieces it reads, "Maxim Paris" with two crown symbols. They come in the original leather clasp case. These binoculars cannot be seen through. The binoculars show fair to good condition with wear present from their age and use over the years. Leather wrappings are damaged on larger pair of binoculars. Zoom ring broken on smaller pair. The larger pair measures 6" L x 5 1/8" W x 2 1/2" H, while the smaller pair measures 4 3/4" L x 3 1/2" W x 3/4" H (case measures 5 1/2" L x 4 5/8" W x 1" H). They have a collective weight of 2 pounds and 12 ounces.