Method and apparatus for viewing a scene

Abstract

A method and apparatus for viewing sporting events and the like from a distance includes the use of flip-down binoculars, in which the binoculars are mounted to eyeglass frames with the binoculars being wearable by a spectator. The binoculars are flipped down so as to permit close-in viewing of the scene. In one embodiment the binoculars are embedded in lenses within the eyeglass frame, in which the binoculars are hingedly attached to the eyeglass frame at the nose bridge. The binoculars include focusing apparatus that may be manipulated by the individual so as to correct for each of the individual's eyes, with the binoculars being set to focus at infinity. The entire binoculars structure occupies only a portion of the lens area of the glasses, extending fore and aft of the lens area by only a modest amount, thus making the system compact, lightweight and easily manipulated.

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