Barr and Stroud Binoculars.

[James S]

Where to start .
I have a soft spot for barr and Stroud binoculars - really underated ( IMHO) - an certainly iconic in terms of design shape anad build - something which is "Navy".

Attached below are some jpegs showing the CF41 , CF42 and CF25.

Can anyone remember using these in service life either durring or post WW2 ?
When did they "disappear" from use ?

I would be grateful for anything which folks might be able to tell me about how they found the sets as a tool / instrument , draw backs problems , advantages , did you think they were up to the job or do you think they preformed badly ?

If you saw these sets in use post war - about what time / date - again any information or views would be much appreciated.

Thank you
js

http://i135.photobucket.com/albums/q154/behblc/Save0001-1.jpg

http://i135.photobucket.com/albums/q154/behblc/Save.jpg

CF41 and 42 in wartime use.

http://i135.photobucket.com/albums/q154/behblc/cf41-1.jpg

http://i135.photobucket.com/albums/q154/behblc/25a41.jpg

http://i135.photobucket.com/albums/q154/behblc/bs.jpg

The CF 41 , 42 and 25 - I am told the CF25 came in post WW2 and was used by the Fleet Air Arm.

Below another Barr and Stroud the GK7
A heavy water proofed binocluar for gunnery direction.

http://i135.photobucket.com/albums/q154/behblc/gk7a.jpg

http://i135.photobucket.com/albums/q154/behblc/GK7.jpg

Again I would be gratel if anyone might be able to tell me anything about the set and its use , the unusual graticules which may be turned by the use of an Allen key.

Thank you in advacne.
Js