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Soligor Optics
Equipped with a Japanese-made Soligor 100mm f/2.8 projection lens for sharp slide display.
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01 / 06Soligor Slide Projector with 100mm f/2.8 Lens — photograph 1
Highlights
Why this object
still matters.
A mid-century manual slide projector featuring a heavy die-cast metal base and housing finished in two-tone grey and textured dark charcoal paint. It is fitted with an adjustable forward mount holding a Soligor Projection Lens f=100mm 1:2.8 made in Japan. The side ventilation holes and toggle power switch at the rear reflect classic utilitarian projection design.
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Die-Cast Metal Build
Substantial all-metal construction designed to withstand the heat of high-wattage projection lamps.
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Passive Cooling Ports
Row of circular ventilation ports along the base facilitates convective cooling during operation.
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Elevation Adjustment
Threaded knurled foot at the front allows quick image height alignment on projection surfaces.
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Two-Tone Industrial Design
Contrasting light grey enamel and textured dark grey lamp cover embody classic 1960s laboratory and home styling.
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Integrated Power System
Rear toggle power switch paired with an attached flexible mains cable for direct wall outlet connection.
Specifications
The useful facts,
clearly recorded.
Measurements, construction, identity, and seller-supplied details are kept together for direct comparison.
Reviewed · Curio catalogue
Maker
Soligor (lens by Soligor, Japan)
Origin
Japan
Year
1965
Department
projectors
Packed shipment
8 kg · 52 × 40 × 32 cm
Lens
Soligor Projection Lens f=100mm 1:2.8
Lens Origin
Made in Japan
Body Material
Die-cast metal / sheet metal housing
Color Finish
Two-tone light grey and dark textured grey
Slide Carrier Slot
Vertical drop-in / push-pull gate mount between lamp housing and lens
Power Controls
Rear-mounted toggle switch with attached grey power cord
Details
Close inspection,
recorded in photographs.
Detail № 01 · Soligor Slide Projector with 100mm f/2.8 Lens — photograph 2
Detail № 02 · Soligor Slide Projector with 100mm f/2.8 Lens — photograph 3
Heritage
A traceable life,
carefully recorded.
Provenance documentation was not supplied for this specific Soligor Slide Projector with 100mm f/2.8 Lens; this listing is based on the supplied photographs only.
Optics Heritage
Soligor Projection Glass
Visible directly on the front lens bezel in photo 2, the Soligor 100mm f/2.8 lens brought Japanese optical precision to living room slide shows across the globe. The account stays anchored to the individual object photographed here, preserving its maker, period, and visible material character for the next collection.
Industrial Craft
Form Follows Thermal Function
As seen in photos 1 and 3, the distinctive five circular ventilation holes and split-tower architecture were engineered to dissipate intense lamp heat safely away from delicate 35mm slides.
Timeline
An object in time,
one continuous story.
1956
Soligor Brand Established
Allied Impex Corporation markets precision photographic lenses and accessories under the Soligor brand name.
1960s
Home Projection Boom
Compact home slide projectors proliferate for viewing 35mm color transparency slides.
1968
Japanese Optics Expansion
Japanese optical manufacturers produce dedicated projection lenses such as the Soligor 100mm f/2.8 for consumer projectors.
1980s
Transition to Carousel Systems
Manual and semi-manual slide projectors are largely phased out in favor of motorized tray and carousel designs.
Condition
Honest wear,
documented clearly.
The metal casing exhibits widespread cosmetic wear, including surface scuffs, paint chipping, and dark marks across the light grey base and upright tower. The lens barrel and focusing ring show moderate finish wear and dust, while the optical element appears intact without severe front scratches. The attached grey electrical cord and plug show signs of handling and age.
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InspectedHousing Paint & Finish
Notable paint chips, scratches, and rub marks along the edges and sides of the light grey metal base.
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InspectedProjection Lens
Soligor 100mm f/2.8 lens barrel shows edge wear; front element is intact with surface dust visible.
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InspectedFront Elevation Foot
Front screw-type leveling foot is present with visible threading and knurled adjustment ring.
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InspectedPower Cord & Switch
Original grey power cable is coiled around the back with standard molded plug and toggle switch intact.
Logistics
Inspected, insured,
door to door.
Step 01
Delivery
Inspected, photographed, and packed with its condition report.
Step 02
Shipping
Custom-fit protective packing with tracked, insured courier service.
Step 03
Returns
Return requests are accepted within fourteen days of confirmed delivery.
Step 04
Dispatch
Prepared for courier handoff within three to five business days.
Acquisition
Make it part of
your collection.
Contact the seller for more information or to discuss this object.
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Soligor Slide Projector with 100mm f/2.8 Lens