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Spencer Buffalo Binocular Microscope Set

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Start price: $5

Estimated price: $200 - $400

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Description

A vintage binocular compound microscope set manufactured by the Spencer Lens Company, a division of American Optical, in Buffalo, New York.

The microscope is accompanied by an assortment of period lab supplies and accessories. This collection includes a separate black-finished external illuminator with a blue filter lens and integrated power cord with a thumb-switch. Laboratory supplies include a box of Aloe University Grade microscope slides from the A.S. Aloe Co. and multiple small boxes of Gold Seal and Aloe Precision Grade micro cover glasses. Additional items include a small wooden accessory box with a brass latch and a rusted iron key housed in a Spencer Buffalo branded leather pouch. The entire set is housed in a large black textured wooden carrying case with metal corner protectors, a central latch, and wooden internal supports.

Microscope height: Approximately 13 inches
Case length: Approximately 14 inches
Case height: Approximately 10 inches
Case depth: Approximately 8 inches.

The microscope appears to be in good, complete condition with all primary mechanical components intact and moving smoothly. The black enamel finish shows minor wear and surface scuffs consistent with age and professional use. Optical clarity has not been professionally tested. The external illuminator has a repair to the power cord made with electrical tape; its electrical functionality is unverified and should be inspected by a professional before use. The wooden carrying case exhibits external scuffs, surface wear, and age-related oxidation to the metal hardware. The iron key exhibits significant surface rust.


Condition report:

The microscope appears to be in good, complete condition with all primary mechanical components intact and moving smoothly. The black enamel finish shows minor wear and surface scuffs consistent with age and professional use. Optical clarity has not been professionally tested. The external illuminator has a repair to the power cord made with electrical tape; its electrical functionality is unverified and should be inspected by a professional before use. The wooden carrying case exhibits external scuffs, surface wear, and age-related oxidation to the metal hardware. The iron key exhibits significant surface rust.