Category: Dienstglas

The RLN 8×30 Dienstglas binoculars made by Carl Zeiss are a fascinating piece of military history, but their origins remain a bit of a mystery. There are conflicting details about their production, and while they were supposedly made in 1942, some features suggest a later manufacturing date. In this post, I’m going to break down these contradictions and try to shed some light on the story behind these binoculars. Table of Contents The Carl Zeiss Factory Codes During WWII, German … Continue reading “The Mystery of the RLN 8×30 Dienstglas Binoculars”