#508 • WWI-Era U.S. Navy Binoculars — Gundlach-Manhattan & Crown Optical

Part of October 2026 Curiosities Auction (timed auction by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals)

High bid $10.00

Status: Available

Bidding closes Oct 25, 2026 6:56 PM AKDT

Category: Sporting Goods

Two pairs of World War I-era 6x30 binoculars with leather cases: U.S. Navy binoculars by Gundlach-Manhattan Optical Company with brown leather grips, and Military Stereo binoculars by Crown Optical Company with registration markings on the front plates. The brown M17 case has strap separation, and the black Military Stereo binoculars have a loose left lens retaining disc. The brown case measures approximately 7.5" x 3.5" x 6" high.