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Offered here is a vintage pair of folding opera glasses / compact binoculars, marked Action 3x25. These were manufactured in Hong Kong during the 1960s–1980s, a popular export era for affordable optics. The binoculars feature a UK Design Registration No. 1014172 and are labeled Patent Pending, highlighting their distinctive folding pocket design.
• Magnification: 3x
• Objective Lens: 25mm
• Origin: Made in Hong Kong
• Era: Circa 1960s–1980s
• Markings: “Action 3x25,” “UK Design Reg. No. 1014172,” “Patent Pending”
• Features: Folding compact design, central focus wheel
• Size: Pocket-sized, ideal for concerts, opera, and theater use
A collectible piece of mid-century design, these binoculars are perfect for display, functional use, or as a gift for vintage optics enthusiasts.
