WWII Emil Busch 10x50 Perisocope Set with Cases

Updated August 27, 2026

Manufactured by Emil Busch A.-G. in Rathenow for the Royal Romanian Armed Forces, this 10x50 scissors periscope (Scherenfernrohr) features objective elbow stampings reading "M / L.O. N 4 / Sr 2075 / Busch / Rathenow" along with Romanian optical specifications (PUTERE MARIRE 10x / CÂMPUL 5° / DIAMETRUL OBIECTIVULUI 50 M/M). Included inside the main leather case is an original Romanian issue manual titled "CARTEA LUNETEI" (The Scope's Book). Standard production specifications for the periscope unit list dimensions of 20.5"H x 7.5"W x 5"D closed, opening to 33"W horizontally. The main leather transport case measures 24"H x 9"W x 8.5"D. The folded wooden tripod measures 42"H x 4.5"W. The canvas accessory pouch measures 11"H x 7"W x 3.5"D, holding two metal extension cylinders (10"H x 2.5" diameter). Constructed with cast alloy housings finished in factory olive drab paint, the periscope features dual hinged optical arms, level vials, and graduated adjustment dials. The main leather case retains internal leather pouches with auxiliary optical filters. Mechanical controls function as designed, and internal optics remain intact. All painted finishes, leather cases, canvas pouches, and wooden tripod components show unrestored surfaces with age-appropriate paint wear, edge flaking, metal oxidation, fabric tearing on the canvas pouch, and surface scuffing throughout.

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