Before he left home shortly after his 16th birthday, Papa had given him a handsome brass telescope with case. Set your sights on prosperous future, Papa said, and follow the Big Dipper over the Sierra Nevada if you need to find your way home.

Looking over the spyglass with a mix of melancholy and excitement, the young man slid it back into the compact leather case which he then tucked in with his kit and on his way. He left without looking back; his past, present and future all coming into full view.

12x power. Brass pipes with black leather trim, telescope measures 15 inches extended, collapses to 5.5 inches. Felt lined black leather case measures 6 inches long by 2 inches diameter, and features an adjustable shoulder strap and brass hardware. Imported.