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HILKINand HILKINSON, wellknown namessold inthe past bycamera shops, department stores and the like. They haveproducedanastonishing range of optical products over the years and thename is still around offeringbinoculars, monoculars and spotting scopes at competitive prices.Thislisting is for a vintage HILKINSON `ASCOT` 10 x 50 wide angleporroprism binocular dating from the 1970`s I think. This one is verysmart and working well delivering very decent images. At the time itwould have competed with the SWIFT NEWPORT 10 x 50 and even sharesthe tripod socket in the body.in fact the body was made in thesame japanese factory! The original ENGLISH cowhide case is in verynice order and both straps are present as are all the lens caps andthe original silica gel sachet. A new microfibre lens cloth is alsosupplied. Defects:sometinyinternaldust specks andone isolated small fungal growth in the r.h. side;somelight external usage marks.itake great care examining, using and describing the binoculars andscopes i sell, and always get a second opinion. however, i am not aprofessional and my description is based on my experience and honestassessment; most examples i sell are at least 35 years old and theremay be other defects…….also, please remember, everyone`s eyes aredifferent…..SPECIFICATION:HILKINSONASCOT 10 x 50porroprismwide angle binocular;field of view 7 degrees; fully coated optics;made in Japan; serialnumber: JB56 83457;weight 1039grams; with accessories1647grams.Thesebinnoculars will be thoroughly double wrapped & packed for thepurchaser and will be sent using a signed for service within the U.K.Carriage prices quoted are to mainland U.K. please contact me fora quote if you are non-mainland.Iwill also send WORLD WIDE using E Bay`s GLOBAL SHIPPING PROGRAMME, ifit is offered for this item for your country.Collectionis welcome.Paypalvery much preferred.Averyusable vintage model from HILKINSON giving impressive viewing.Asensible Buy It Now has been set, but make me a very very close offerif you wish..Anyquestions just ask I always respondIhave other good retro binoculars and scopes listed take a look I will combine postage.Thankyou
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Category: Cameras and Photography:Telescopes and Binoculars:Binoculars and Monoculars
Location: Woodbridge