{"product_id":"vintage-spi-optex-7x50-binoculars-with-original-hard-case-red-interior-fully-coated-optics-field-7-1","title":"Vintage SPI \"Optex\" 7x50 Binoculars with Original Hard Case (Red Interior), \"Fully Coated Optics,\" Field 7.1","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eAdditional 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVisible markings:\u003cbr\u003e“OPTEX 7 x 50”\u003cbr\u003e“FULLY COATED OPTICS”\u003cbr\u003e“SPI” diamond logo\u003cbr\u003e“Field 7.1°”\u003cbr\u003e“No. A-2220” (serial\/model notation)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEra: Likely mid-to-late 20th century (approx. 1960s–1980s)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHistory: 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvenance: Austin, TX\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Binoculars: metal body with textured exterior finish; glass optics\u003cbr\u003eStrap: leather (or leather-like)\u003cbr\u003eCase: structured hard case with leatherette exterior; textile-lined red interior; metal clasp\/hardware\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDisclaimers: Case shows edge wear along the top rim with areas of rubbing\/loss to the outer finish (visible in photos).\u003cbr\u003eStrap shows age\/wear and should be handled gently (or replaced for active use).\u003cbr\u003eNormal age-appropriate surface wear to binocular body.\u003cbr\u003eOptics\/clarity\/collimation not fully tested here; buyers who intend to use them regularly may wish to have them professionally checked\/cleaned.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"For the Louvre of Antiques LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48245660713215,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0725\/8780\/4927\/files\/488d3b7c-7ddf-4138-b253-92714ac75bd6.png?v=1772731825","url":"https:\/\/forthelouvreofantiques.com\/products\/vintage-spi-optex-7x50-binoculars-with-original-hard-case-red-interior-fully-coated-optics-field-7-1","provider":"For the Louvre of Antiques LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}