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(Sold) BAUSCH & LOMB 7x35 ZEPHYR Field 7*20’
$150
These were an interesting find if you want to read about them. Price is on the high side because they are essentially new-in-box, despite being almost vintage.
Two web sites, one from more than a decade ago with good discussion:
the Bausch & Lomb Zephyr 7x35 - a real classic
Quote: “For the younger generation getting into binoculars, I am curious how many have really spent any time looking through the Bausch & Lomb Zephyr 7x35 binocular and discovering it isn't too shabby? From time to time as I make inveitable comparisons of various binoculars in my collection, I pull out a cherry pair of B&Ls and come away convinced that it is a superbly crafted binocular. The edges are rather soft, and it doesn't accommodate eye glass wearers like newer models (using flat cups helps). And of course it isn't water proof and covered with rubber. But the optical center is excellent. And at 19 ounces, highly portable. The coatings can be scrubbed away with careless cleaning. Yet the view is very good. In fact it is very comfortable to use for extended periods. The pebble grain covering is very practical and durable. My particular 7x35 was made in 1950. Its case is made of real tanned leather, protective and easy to open and shut. Used ones in good shape are readily available. It is in my opinion a real classic.” 2009
Another: [The Zephyr] “was one of the most popular postwar birding binoculars in the USA for at least twenty years”.
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And this from a stargazer group:
Bausch & Lomb Zephyr 7x35 question? - Binoculars - Cloudy Nights
These look to be unused. Straps have not even been unwound. Come with B&L leather case and accessories. Box has small tear. Binoculars are Japan production. Focus knobs turn as you’d like them to turn! Not sure if they are before or after B&L purchased Bushnell in 1972.
$150
These were an interesting find if you want to read about them. Price is on the high side because they are essentially new-in-box, despite being almost vintage.
Two web sites, one from more than a decade ago with good discussion:
the Bausch & Lomb Zephyr 7x35 - a real classic
Quote: “For the younger generation getting into binoculars, I am curious how many have really spent any time looking through the Bausch & Lomb Zephyr 7x35 binocular and discovering it isn't too shabby? From time to time as I make inveitable comparisons of various binoculars in my collection, I pull out a cherry pair of B&Ls and come away convinced that it is a superbly crafted binocular. The edges are rather soft, and it doesn't accommodate eye glass wearers like newer models (using flat cups helps). And of course it isn't water proof and covered with rubber. But the optical center is excellent. And at 19 ounces, highly portable. The coatings can be scrubbed away with careless cleaning. Yet the view is very good. In fact it is very comfortable to use for extended periods. The pebble grain covering is very practical and durable. My particular 7x35 was made in 1950. Its case is made of real tanned leather, protective and easy to open and shut. Used ones in good shape are readily available. It is in my opinion a real classic.” 2009
Another: [The Zephyr] “was one of the most popular postwar birding binoculars in the USA for at least twenty years”.
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And this from a stargazer group:
Bausch & Lomb Zephyr 7x35 question? - Binoculars - Cloudy Nights
These look to be unused. Straps have not even been unwound. Come with B&L leather case and accessories. Box has small tear. Binoculars are Japan production. Focus knobs turn as you’d like them to turn! Not sure if they are before or after B&L purchased Bushnell in 1972.
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