For your consideration is my pair of C.P. Goerz 12x Trieder binoculars.  Included with the binoculars is its original case with a new (replaced by me) strap.  Based on the serial number (24425) these binoculars date from about 1900. I've had these in my collection for a few years and they work really well -- I'm now 'thinning the herd' so my loss is your gain.

These binoculars are in really nice shape -- right after I got these I cleaned the lenses inside and out, as well as made a strap for the case.  The binoculars work very well and offer a good and fairly clear view (considering their age).  Based on my experience of having used them (and being an eyeglasses wearer) I think these would be best suited to someone who does not wear eyeglasses for distance.  There isn't a lot of 'eye relief' and consequently your eyes need to be pretty much against the eyecups in order to get the best view.  You can certainly adjust the 'diopter' of the binoculars so that you don't have to wear your eyeglasses, but if you're using these for birdwatching you might find it a bit tricky to spot the bird, remove your eyeglasses then try to find the bird again.  Just a bit of a cumbersome procedure.

All the glass is in overall excellent condition, the eyecups are nice, all the focus adjustments are smooth and easy, the insides are clean.  Overall a good-working set of antique binoculars -- a testament to the quality of Goerz as well as the gentle care they've been afforded over all these years.

Cosmetically they're in really good condition for their age.  The black-painted finish is nice and shiny, with some brassing here and there along with some minor finish loss elsewhere.  If you look at the detail shot of the front of the binoculars you'll see that there's a scratch in the black finish.  As well, there's a few little marks in the black leather finish.  Honestly it's all rather minor given that these binoculars are 125 years-old.  

The monogrammed leather case is in generally good shape (I don't know who 'H.J.B.' is so you're free to create your own fantastic story about the original owner!).  It's still perfectly useable but I'd just be careful with it.  The two upper side 'loops' that the strap feed through have age-related damage and have been somewhat repaired, so I wouldn't go slinging this case around your shoulder with reckless abandon.  Additionally, the short strap that secures the lid has a lot of wear, so I'd just be careful with it.  The shoulder strap was made by me and I managed to salvage the buckle from the original strap and reused it with this new one.  It's in excellent shape and should provide many years of service.

Not much else to say about this nice set of binoculars as the pictures tell the rest of the story.  I'm sure that 'H.J.B.' would be pleased to know that their binoculars are still being used and loved after all these years, so don't miss your chance to continue the legacy.  

A bit of info about me:  I am a longtime eBayer (since October 2000) who moved from the US to Canada last year and had to create a new eBay account here.  I'm also a commercial photographer who has been taking photos since 1977 and I've been collecting and using vintage cameras and optical devices ever since.  So you can be confident in knowing that you're buying from someone who knows what he has and its operational and cosmetic status.  

PLEASE NOTE:  I will only ship with a tracking number.  Please do not message me asking to ship a cheaper method without one.  It protects both you and me.  As well, international buyers please check to see if there will be any duties/tariffs associated with this purchase.  

Please do reach out to me if you have any questions or need to verify anything.  Many thanks for looking!