What year are these Pentax binoculars from??

CSSLDR · 04-10-2009, 04:45 PM

Hi,
Can anyone identify these binoculars - year made etc.
I picked these up on E-bay last week and had the pleasure of using them at the Paul McCartney/Ringo Starr benefit concert at Radio City.

Thanks
Charlie

https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/attachments/38-photographic-technique/32338d1239406857-what-year-these-pentax-binoculars-bpgd0nqbmk-kgrhgoh-eqejlllwfrpbj-8wyljig-_1.jpg

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**monochrome** · 04-10-2009, 05:08 PM

If they are 6x15 Jupiter binoculars, they were introduced in 1948.

On returning to peacetime production Asahi Optical began to make lenses for many other Japanese camera manufacturers. At this time coating began to be applied to all lenses. In 1948 Asahi developed a range of miniature binoculars under the trade name ‘Jupiter’, these also incorporated coated optics which provide unparalleled clarity and contrast, putting them in the front line of technology at that time.

A Brief History of the Asahi Optical Co.

CSSLDR · 04-10-2009, 05:35 PM

Thanks
These are 6 x 25 11.0 degree wide field. Since they say "Asahi Pentax" I suspect they are from 1957 or later. Obviously they are based on the 1948 Jupiter design.

**monochrome** · 04-10-2009, 05:40 PM

Nice catch on the Asahi. How long do you think it will be before somebody starts posting research on Pentax binoculars?

CSSLDR · 04-10-2009, 05:44 PM

Here 's another photo

https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/attachments/38-photographic-technique/32341d1239410598-what-year-these-pentax-binoculars-bpgd7j-bmk-kgrhgoh-emejllluimhbj-8wwb2zw-_1.jpg

CSSLDR · 04-10-2009, 05:47 PM

I hope soon.

04-10-2009, 04:45 PM	#1
CSSLDR New Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: NJ Posts: 19	What year are these Pentax binoculars from?? Hi, Can anyone identify these binoculars - year made etc. I picked these up on E-bay last week and had the pleasure of using them at the Paul McCartney/Ringo Starr benefit concert at Radio City. Thanks Charlie https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/attachments/38-photographic-technique/32338d1239406857-what-year-these-pentax-binoculars-bpgd0nqbmk-kgrhgoh-eqejlllwfrpbj-8wyljig-_1.jpg Attached Images

04-10-2009, 05:08 PM	#2
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	If they are 6x15 Jupiter binoculars, they were introduced in 1948. On returning to peacetime production Asahi Optical began to make lenses for many other Japanese camera manufacturers. At this time coating began to be applied to all lenses. In 1948 Asahi developed a range of miniature binoculars under the trade name ‘Jupiter’, these also incorporated coated optics which provide unparalleled clarity and contrast, putting them in the front line of technology at that time. A Brief History of the Asahi Optical Co.

04-10-2009, 05:44 PM	#5
CSSLDR New Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: NJ Posts: 19 Original Poster	Here 's another photo https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/attachments/38-photographic-technique/32341d1239410598-what-year-these-pentax-binoculars-bpgd7j-bmk-kgrhgoh-emejllluimhbj-8wwb2zw-_1.jpg Attached Images

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04-10-2009, 05:35 PM	#3
CSSLDR New Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: NJ Posts: 19 Original Poster	Thanks These are 6 x 25 11.0 degree wide field. Since they say "Asahi Pentax" I suspect they are from 1957 or later. Obviously they are based on the 1948 Jupiter design.

04-10-2009, 05:40 PM	#4
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Nice catch on the Asahi. How long do you think it will be before somebody starts posting research on Pentax binoculars?

04-10-2009, 05:47 PM	#6
CSSLDR New Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: NJ Posts: 19 Original Poster	I hope soon.