Keeler Surgical Loupes 1955 | Antique Ophthalmic Surgery Magnification

Keeler Surgical Loupes 1955

These antique Keeler surgical loupes from 1955 are a fine and historically interesting example of mid-20th century ophthalmic magnification equipment. Keeler surgical loupes were the standard magnification method for ophthalmic surgery throughout the 1950s and into the 1960s. The operating microscope eventually replaced surgical loupes for most ophthalmic procedures — making complete sets like this increasingly rare.

Provenance

This pair carries the original owner’s name on the case: Sanders A. Goodman, M.D. of Sherman Oaks, California. Research suggests he was born around 1914. The personal provenance of a named surgeon adds significant historical interest to this already collectible piece.

Technical Specifications

These are telescopic loupes designed for delicate eye surgery. From the frame style they are consistent with 1950s manufacture. Key specifications include:

• Focal point: approximately 14 inches (33cm)
• PD (pupil distance): fixed at 54mm — ideal for a surgeon with a narrow PD of around 57mm
• Plus power: approximately +1 diopter in the spectacle lenses for more comfortable near viewing

The optics are in perfect condition. The frame is also in very good condition for its age of approximately 70 years.

Keeler and Surgical Loupes

Keeler Ltd of London built its reputation on the quality of its ophthalmic instruments. Their surgical loupes were trusted by eye surgeons across Britain and beyond. Before the widespread adoption of the operating microscope in the late 1960s and 1970s, Keeler loupes gave surgeons the magnification they needed for procedures such as cataract extraction, squint surgery, and corneal work.

This pair represents a genuine piece of surgical history from the era when a steady hand and a good pair of loupes were all that stood between a surgeon and a successful outcome.

TITLE TAG Keeler Surgical Loupes 1955 | Antique Ophthalmic Surgery Magnification

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META DESCRIPTION Antique 1955 Keeler surgical loupes with perfect optics, 14-inch focal point, fixed 54mm PD. Named to Dr. Sanders Goodman, Sherman Oaks CA. Fine mid-century ophthalmic surgery instrument.

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Antique 1955 Keeler surgical loupes. Perfect optics, 14-inch focal point, 54mm PD. Named to Dr. Sanders Goodman CA. Classic ophthalmic surgery magnification.

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Antique 1955 Keeler surgical loupes with perfect optics. Named to Dr. Sanders Goodman CA. Classic mid-century ophthalmic surgery magnification tool.

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FOCUS KEYPHRASE Keeler surgical loupes 1955

IMAGE ALT TEXT Antique 1955 Keeler surgical loupes with telescopic lenses and black spectacle frame, mid-20th century ophthalmic surgery magnification instrument named to Dr. Sanders A. Goodman