Vintage SPI "Optex" 7x50 Binoculars with Original Hard Case (Red Interior), "Fully Coated Optics," Field 7.1
Vintage SPI "Optex" 7x50 Binoculars with Original Hard Case (Red Interior), "Fully Coated Optics," Field 7.1
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Additional Description: A classic, mid-century-to-late-20th-century binocular set by SPI (often seen as a Japanese import brand), featuring OPTEX 7x50 marking and “Fully Coated Optics” on the prism plate. The binoculars have a textured black finish with a central focusing wheel and a vintage leather carry strap. The set is housed in its fitted hard case—black leatherette exterior with contrast stitching and a vivid red interior stamped with the SPI diamond logo, plus a metal clasp closure.
This is the kind of practical, handsome accessory that looks amazing styled on a bookshelf, in a library, or atop a writing desk—very “heritage sporting” and gentleman’s study.
Visible markings:
“OPTEX 7 x 50”
“FULLY COATED OPTICS”
“SPI” diamond logo
“Field 7.1°”
“No. A-2220” (serial/model notation)
Era: Likely mid-to-late 20th century (approx. 1960s–1980s)
History: 7x50 binoculars were widely produced for marine use, stargazing, and general distance viewing because the larger 50mm objective lenses gather more light (helpful at dawn/dusk). “Fully coated optics” indicates a quality step up from uncoated glass, commonly marketed in the post-war decades as consumer optics improved.
Provenance: Austin, TX
Materials: Binoculars: metal body with textured exterior finish; glass optics
Strap: leather (or leather-like)
Case: structured hard case with leatherette exterior; textile-lined red interior; metal clasp/hardware
Disclaimers: Case shows edge wear along the top rim with areas of rubbing/loss to the outer finish (visible in photos).
Strap shows age/wear and should be handled gently (or replaced for active use).
Normal age-appropriate surface wear to binocular body.
Optics/clarity/collimation not fully tested here; buyers who intend to use them regularly may wish to have them professionally checked/cleaned.
Additional Description: A classic, mid-century-to-late-20th-century binocular set by SPI (often seen as a Japanese import brand), featuring OPTEX 7x50 marking and “Fully Coated Optics” on the prism plate. The binoculars have a textured black finish with a central focusing wheel and a vintage leather carry strap. The set is housed in its fitted hard case—black leatherette exterior with contrast stitching and a vivid red interior stamped with the SPI diamond logo, plus a metal clasp closure.
This is the kind of practical, handsome accessory that looks amazing styled on a bookshelf, in a library, or atop a writing desk—very “heritage sporting” and gentleman’s study.
Visible markings:
“OPTEX 7 x 50”
“FULLY COATED OPTICS”
“SPI” diamond logo
“Field 7.1°”
“No. A-2220” (serial/model notation)
Era: Likely mid-to-late 20th century (approx. 1960s–1980s)
History: 7x50 binoculars were widely produced for marine use, stargazing, and general distance viewing because the larger 50mm objective lenses gather more light (helpful at dawn/dusk). “Fully coated optics” indicates a quality step up from uncoated glass, commonly marketed in the post-war decades as consumer optics improved.
Provenance: Austin, TX
Materials: Binoculars: metal body with textured exterior finish; glass optics
Strap: leather (or leather-like)
Case: structured hard case with leatherette exterior; textile-lined red interior; metal clasp/hardware
Disclaimers: Case shows edge wear along the top rim with areas of rubbing/loss to the outer finish (visible in photos).
Strap shows age/wear and should be handled gently (or replaced for active use).
Normal age-appropriate surface wear to binocular body.
Optics/clarity/collimation not fully tested here; buyers who intend to use them regularly may wish to have them professionally checked/cleaned.