{"product_id":"12-inch-dollond-london-telescope-personalised-antique-brass-telescope","title":"12 Inch Dollond London Telescope | Personalised Antique Brass Telescope","description":"\u003ch2\u003e12 Inch Dollond London Brass Telescope\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by classic maritime instruments, this compact Dollond London telescope combines an antique brass finish with a practical collapsible design. Measuring approximately 30.5 cm when fully extended and approximately 13 cm when closed, it offers around 7× magnification for viewing distant objects. Its aged brass character and traditional maker’s badge make it an attractive nautical display piece, personalised keepsake or thoughtful gift. Choose the telescope on its own or presented in the matching wooden box with green lining and a vintage telescope diagram inside the lid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtended length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30.5 cm (12 inches)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosed length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 13 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagnification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 7×\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTelescope weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 190 g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWooden box weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 200 g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCombined weight with box:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 390 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCustom Engraving\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake the telescope uniquely yours with a name, initials, date or short personal message engraved on one section of the telescope. A handwritten message can also be reproduced from a clear photograph of black writing on plain white paper. When the wooden box is selected, its lid can be engraved with text, handwriting, a logo or a photograph. Telescope engraving is best suited to approximately 15–20 words on one section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntique Brass Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe warm patina gives each telescope a traditional nautical appearance and highlights its handcrafted character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollapsible Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe pull-out sections extend the telescope to its full 30.5 cm length and slide neatly together for compact storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 7× Magnification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe functional lenses provide an enlarged view of distant objects. To focus, extend the telescope fully and slowly adjust the first pull-out section until the image becomes clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptional Wooden Box\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSelect the presentation-box option for a fitted wooden case with green lining and a vintage optical diagram inside the lid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal Gift\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA distinctive personalised gift for birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, Father’s Day, weddings, retirements and nautical collectors. It also makes an appealing decorative piece for a desk, shelf, study or office.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlease Note – Handcrafted Item\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach telescope and wooden box is individually handcrafted. Minor variations in colour, patina, grain, finish or small blemishes may be present and form part of the item’s unique character. Dimensions, magnification and weights are approximate and may vary slightly from one piece to another.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"mypirateshop","offers":[{"title":"Without Wooden Box","offer_id":53811841302712,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"With Wooden Box","offer_id":53811841335480,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0260\/4092\/6257\/files\/12-inch-dollond-telescope-main.jpg?v=1785141673","url":"https:\/\/mypirateshop.com.au\/products\/12-inch-dollond-london-telescope-personalised-antique-brass-telescope","provider":"mypirateshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}