Description
Vintage French Imperator 8×26 Binoculars – With Original-Style Leather Case & Strap
An attractive pair of vintage Imperator 8×26 compact Porro prism binoculars, believed to be of French manufacture, probably dating from the mid-20th century.
The binoculars feature a black metal body with textured leatherette covering, central focusing wheel and eyepiece diopter adjustment.
Main Features:
- Brand/model: Imperator 8×26
- Magnification: 8x
- Objective lens diameter: 26mm
- Optical design: Porro prism
- Origin: Believed to be France
- Period: Estimated 1950s–1970s
- Metal construction with black leather covering
- Dimensions: 150mm (W) x 110mm (H) x 44mm (D)
- Weight: 495 g
- Includes fitted brown leather carrying case and neck strap
Note:
Pre-owned vintage condition. The binoculars appear well preserved cosmetically, with some minor signs of age and use, including light rubbing and marks to the black finish.
The lenses intact. Some internal lenses where accessible have been lightly cleaned. The binoculars are very useable for the age.
The leather carrying case shows noticeable age-related wear, scratches and deterioration to the edges, stitching and straps, as shown in the photographs.
An interesting pair of vintage compact binoculars for collectors and general observation.
Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description. You will receive the exact items shown.
