Original Imperial German WWI Fernglas 08 Binoculars by Carl Zeiss with Leather Case - Dated 1917 Brown Bess this was made during the

this was made during the first 25% of production

which proved that the desiccant eliminated  formation of moisture on the optics over an extended period of  time

the nickel-plated clasp is marked with the RZM logo

That number is the size of the helmet in centimeters as measured around the inside dome at the level of the three split-pin holes

Original Imperial German WWI Fernglas 08 Binoculars by Carl Zeiss with Leather Case - Dated 1917 Brown Bess this was made during theOriginal Item: Only One Available. This 6x25 field glass is pre WWII manufactured and of superior quality to wartime examples. Small field glasses were highly preferred by German officers due to their convenience. This example still has clear optics and leather carry case. It is nicely marked as follows on the central adjustment: Fern Glas 08No. 23445CARL ZEISSJENA The left hinge is marked with the date 1917. Condition definitely shows wear, and the