A pair of Helios 'PNB-2' Military Observation Binoculars with tripod and accessories, Russian, late 20th century, 60 degrees vertical elevation

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A pair of Helios 'PNB-2' Military Observation Binoculars with tripod and accessories, Russian, late 20th century, 60 degrees vertical elevation, 360 degrees rotation, with spirit level to the top, each lens 5 1/8in (13cm) in diameter, on adjustable wooden tripod with pointed feet, the binoculars with two rubber lens caps, in fitted pine case, together with a small latched metal tin containing eight lenses and accessories, box: 14 x 19 x 17 1/2in (35.5 x 48.5 x 44.5cm); tripod: 40 1/2in (103cm) closed Footnotes: 'Big Eye' binoculars such as the present set provided a high level of magnification suitable for the observation of ground and air targets. The Helios model was primarily used by Soviet border guards, the twin handles allowing for smooth and accurate tracking of moving objects.