SWIFT
were
the top Japanese binocular brand available in the U.K. for several decades.
Available from the best independent camera shops, binocular specialists,
opticians, pharmacists and top department stores.
The SWIFT
SKIPPER Mark II extra wide field binocular was a strong selling top range model
suitable for many uses but with the sailing community particularly in mind. It
was fitted with fold down rubber eyecups for spectacle wearers and a tripod
mount in the body.
This example
is in good condition.
For a very
full set of pictures please go to: https://www.flickr.com/photos/109106845@N06/sets/72157650174664859/
There
are a few defects: some very minor marks & tiny paint chips, some paint
loss on the objective lens trims. internally some light haze commensurate with
its age is visible & some internal smudges and old cleaning marks.
i take
great care examining, using and describing the binoculars i sell, and always get
a second opinion. however, i am not a professional and my description is based
on my experience and honest assessment; most examples i sell are at least 35
years old and there may be other defects.......also, please remember,
everyone`s eyes are different.....
It comes with
original case in very good order, neck strap, case straps and a new microfiber lens cleaning
cloth.
The optics
are bright and sharp. I have used them around the house and for some birding
and what has impressed me most is how comfortable they are to handle and use
with very pleasing optical quality. Being a 7 x 50 means it is much easier to
achieve a stable view for longer periods compared to a 10 x magnification.
SPECIFICATION: SWIFT SKIPPER Mk II 7 x 50 EXTRA WIDE
FIELD model No.749; made in japan; FULLY COATED OPTICS; tripod mount in body;
fold down eye cups for spectacle wearers; serial number 26-725514 JB56; field
of view 525ft. at 1000yds.; weight 1109 grams & including case &
accessories 1643 grams.
These binoculars will
be thoroughly double wrapped & packed for the purchaser and will be sent
using a tracked service within the U.K. Carriage prices quoted are to mainland
U.K. – please contact me for a quote if you non-mainland.
I will also send to
Europe – please contact me for an accurate quote; and also to U.S.A., Canada,
South Africa, Australia, New Zealand and Japan. The prices quoted are for basic
international courier services – please E mail me for a quote if you need a
different service.
Collection is
welcome.
Paypal much
preferred.
Quality
porroprism binoculars from the 70`s and 80`s are a great retro alternative to
some of the current rather soul-less roof prism designs. Swift were a major
player then, and this 7 x 50 SKIPPER mark II model is testament to their
quality. The BUY IT NOW has been set based on recent sales of this popular
model – make me a very close offer if you prefer.
Any questions – just ask – I always respond.
I have other good retro binoculars listed – take a look – I always combine to make shipping costs as sensible as possible.
Thank you