Four draw brass, leather marine telescope marked "Quick Focus Rifleman telescope by J. H. Steward Ltd.". It measures 57cm with draw tubs pulled out and 24.5cm folded. Some scratches, dents, patina and discolouration to the surface, a damaged leather in one place, but the optics give a good, clear image. James Henry Steward (1817–1896) established J.H. Steward in London in 1852. As “Head Optician”. J.H Steward became incorporated as J.H. Steward Limited on 1st February, 1913. The company produced a large range of items for military use and advertised in their catalogues that they produced instruments for ‘Reconnoitring, Sketching, Night Marching, Signally, Gun Laying’. They were well thought of with their work to such a standard that they were opticians to ‘The British & Foreign Governments, the National Rifle Associations of England, India, Canada & the Colonies and the National Artillery Association.