Aitchison of London, Early 19th Century Antique Three Draw Military Telescope with Leather Body Cover and Fore and Aft Covers in Leather
An Aitchison telescope, an antique, vintage brass telescope manufactured by the British optical firm Aitchison & Co. Founded in London in 1889, the company merged with Dollond in 1927 to form Dollond & Aitchison.History of Aitchison & Co.Origins: James Aitchison founded the firm in 1889 at 47 Fleet Street, London, later expanding to numerous regional branches, including Leeds.
The company became famous for high-quality field, military, and naval pocket telescopes, frequently branded as "The Target" or "Target Major" models.
Dollond & Aitchison: In 1927, Aitchison acquired Dollond & Co. to create the well-known high-street chain Dollond & Aitchison, which was eventually bought out by Boots the Opticians
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