This hand held telescope is made of high quality brass. Each component is crafted with the finest craftsmanship. It comes with black leather overlay and is available in a shiny brass finish. It also comes with a wooden box made from solid rosewood. This is a great item to use and add to any nautical collection. The item dimensions are: L: 15 inches extended, W: 1.5 inches, H: 1.5 inches. Box dimensions are: L: 7, W: 2.5, H: 3 inches. Magnifying power is approximately 8x.