HILKIN and HILKINSON, well known names sold in the past by camera shops, department stores and the like. They have produced an astonishing range of optical products over the years and the name is still around offering binoculars, monoculars and some spotting scopes at competitive prices.

This listing is for a vintage HILKINSON `NEWMARKET` 8 x 40 `wide angle` porroprism binocular dating from the early 1970`s I think. This one has seen plenty of use over the years, but is still quite smart and is working O.K. delivering decent images. It looks like it has received different eyecups at some stage – the ones fitted are plastic – they fit well but don`t work too well with spectacles. A useful feature is the tripod socket on the lower body like the contemporary SWIFT AUDUBON. The original leather case is in nice order and both leather case straps are present along with the plastic neck strap. There are no lens caps.

Defects: some age related internal dust specks and light haze; some external marks, body covering rub and a couple of small dents on the prism covers; plastic eyecups are non-original.

i take great care examining, using and describing the binoculars and scopes 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.....

SPECIFICATION: HILKINSON 8 x 40 NEWMARKET porroprism wide angle binocular; field of view 9 degrees; fully coated optics; made in Japan; serial number: 254 JB56 JE63; weight 909 grams; with accessories 1345 grams.

These binnoculars 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 are non-mainland.

I will also send WORLD WIDE using E Bay`s GLOBAL SHIPPING PROGRAMME, if it is offered for this item for your country.

Collection is welcome.

E Bay payment very much preferred.

A nice usable vintage model from HILKINSON.

A sensible Buy It Now has been set, but make me a very very close offer if you wish..

Any questions – just ask – I always respond

I have other good retro binoculars and scopes listed – take a look – I will combine postage.

Thank you