Vintage Military Binoculars with original case - I.O.R. 8x30 – B.C.N. 4 – Romanian Army Surplus – Cold War Era – Used

  This is a vintage Romanian military binocular model, used by the Romanian Army during the Cold War. It is marked “8x30 – 8°½” and carries the military code “B.C.N. 4”.

  It was manufactured in Romania by I.O.R., a well-known producer of high-quality military-grade optical equipment.

Technical Specifications:
Magnification: 8x (image appears 8 times closer);
Objective lens diameter: 30 mm – offers a wide field of view and decent brightness;
Field of view: 8°½ (approx. 148 meters at 1000 m);
Central focusing wheel adjustment;
Individually adjustable eyepieces for diopter correction;
Solid metal construction, matte black anti-reflective finish;
Approximate weight: 600–800 g.

Accessories:
Original brown leather case with metal snaps – typical of 20th-century military gear.

History and Use:
Used by officers and field observers during training and military operations;
Military markings include serial number and inventory code (e.g. S/N 501897, E.22587);
Part of the standard postwar equipment of the Romanian Army.

Overall Condition:
Used – in good working condition (missing neck strap);
Signs of wear: minor scratches, chipped paint, dust and mildew on lenses and body;
Fully functional, but optics may require professional cleaning.

Ideal For:
Military gear collectors;
History and reenactment enthusiasts;
Hiking or vintage-style decorative use.

The list below shows the conditions of each item in the military surplus category.

• Like New: The item is in excellent condition and fully functional, but it may not be shipped in its original packaging. The item has not been used and does not have a warranty certificate.

• In Good Condition: The item shows minimal wear but is fully functional. It may include original or new accessories, but is not shipped in its original packaging and may have been used for testing or demonstration. Items in this category may have variations in appearance, such as differences in color shades or other minor imperfections caused by long-term storage. They do not come with a warranty certificate.

• Used: The item shows signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions properly. Items in this category may have variations in appearance, such as differences in color shades or other minor imperfections caused by long-term storage. They do not come with a warranty certificate.

• Non-functional/DEMO: The item is not operational, requiring repairs or missing components. These items are typically recommended for strictly decorative use (collections/vintage) and may show variations in appearance, such as differences in color shades or other minor imperfections caused by long-term storage. They do not come with a warranty certificate.