This lot features an assortment of vintage and modern field binoculars, primarily of Porro prism design, presented with their respective hard and soft carrying cases. The group includes a Pathscope Lightweight Custom Model 20 x 50, featuring a black textured body and distinctive black and white striped rings on the eyepieces and central focus wheel. The right housing displays the Pathscope brand name in script above a blue and white striped emblem. Also present is a Helios Naturesport 10 x 50 Wide Angle model with a black rubber-armoured body, marked with a 7 degree field of view. Other items include a Prinzlux 10 x 50 with striped eyepiece rings, a Lubecca Navigator 7 x 50 with hard coated optics, and a pair of Tasco binoculars. The collection is housed in several cases, including three traditional brown leatherette cases, a black hard-shell case, and two zippered soft pouches.
Condition report:
The items exhibit signs of use consistent with their age, with visible surface dust on all units. Older models show minor wear to the textured finish and some residue on the objective lens housings. Optical clarity and mechanical functions, such as focusing mechanisms and hinge tension, have not been tested. The items are sold as seen and have not been inspected for internal fungus or collimation. Completeness of lens caps is not guaranteed.
Share this lot:
