WWII German D.F. 10×80 Flak Binoculars, dkl Joseph Schneider & Co. Made

World War Two German D.F. (Doppelfernrohr) 10×80 Flak Binoculars (Flakfernrohr). These flak binoculars are in excellent condition and have sustained only minor wear. There is some slight paint loss and scattered light rust present. The binoculars function as intended and the lenses are remarkably clear with no noticeable fogginess or cloudiness. The right side of the binoculars are marked “D.F. 10×80”, a blue circle, “dkl”, a red X, “35259”, “F.”, and a blue +. The blue circle indicates the use of Grease No. 1416 for use in cold-weather environments. The “dkl” manufacturer code indicates manufacture by Joseph Schneider & Co. in Bad Kreuznach. The red X indicates the use of a different specialized lubricant. The blue + indicates the use of Grease No. 1442, an improved cold-weather grease. The rubber facerest is marked “1a” and “11311”.