Leica 10×25 Ultravid Binocular (Black Rubber) MFR # 40253

Designed for birders and nature enthusiasts, the 8×42 Victory SF Binocular from Zeiss provides an immersive observational experience by combining exceptional optics and a wide field of view in a lightweight and durable housing. Extra-low dispersion fluoride lenses, fully multicoated optics, and phase corrected prisms work together to create images that are clear and bright without distortion across the entire field of view. Colors are accurately represented with high contrast and resolution. The binocular’s 64° wide angle apparent field of view provides expansive views, while the exceptionally short 5′ close focus distance ensures you won’t miss anything.

The optical precision starts with SCHOTT Ultra-FL extra-low dispersion (ED) fluoride (FL) lenses that virtually eliminate distortion and chromatic aberration while increasing contrast and color fidelity. The Schmidt-Pechan roof prisms are coated with Zeiss’ P* phase-correcting coatings to limit light loss and increase color fidelity and contrast. All of the optics are fully multicoated with Zeiss’ anti-reflection T* coatings. These greatly reduce light loss and maximize light transmission to create bright and clear images. A seven-lens eyepiece system uses high-transmission glass and field flatteners to correct for spherical aberrations to allow for pinpoint focusing across the entire field of view.

This SF version of Victory binoculars features the Smart Focus system. Unlike convention focusing wheels that require users to turn the knobs as many as 2.5 times to transition from the minimum to the maximum focus distance, the SF system only requires 1.8 turns. This means faster and easier changes of your subjects without sacrificing focus precision. The binocular is designed with ergonomic balance to reduce the feel of the weight in the hand which reduces user fatigue for comfortable viewing during long observation sessions.

The housing is made from a lightweight, durable, and strong magnesium alloy. A double-hinged open-bridge design provides a larger surface area for gripping while reducing the overall weight even more. The optical tubes are nitrogen-filled and o-ring sealed for water and fogproof performance, giving it a waterproof rating to 400mbar of pressure.

Optical Performance

8x magnification
42mm objective lens
Schmidt-Pechan roof prism design
P* phase-corrected prism coatings increases color fidelity and contrast without significant light loss
SCHOTT Ultra-FL extra-low dispersion (ED) fluoride (FL) lenses virtually eliminate distortion and chromatic aberration while increasing contrast and color fidelity
Zeiss’ proprietary anti-reflection T* lens coating increases light transmission for brighter images
Seven-lens eyepiece system with high-transmission elements and field flatteners ensure sharp edge-to-edge focusing
445′ field of view at 1000yd
64° apparent viewing angle
5′ close focus distance

Use and Handling

Smart Focus system only requires the focusing wheel to be turned 1.8 times to go from minimum focus to maximum focus distances
Open-bridge design reduces weight without sacrificing strength
±4 right eye diopter adjustment
Tripod mountable with optional adapter
Balanced weight distribution reduces fatigue for long observation sessions
Twist-up eyecups with four click-stop positions

Construction Details

Lightweight and durable magnesium alloy housing
Nitrogen-filled for water and fogproof performance
Waterproof to 400mbar of pressure
Slip-resistant rubber armored exterior
LotuTec lens coatings protect the objective and ocular lenses from dirt and dust, resists scratches, and beads off water and oils

Mail-In Rebate: $50.00

Price after rebate: $949.99

Offer ends NOV 19 ’16

The Conquest 10×42 HD Binocular from Zeiss has a higher magnification that allows concentrating on a more focused subject for greater detail. The golden-mean objective size provides sufficient light gathering ability for the twilight zones of dust and dawn without the added bulk of an oversized objective. Watersports and rainy days won't leave this item in the car or backpack. It is waterproof to 13' and nitrogen filled to provide fogproofing and inhibit any condensation build-up.

Zeiss high quality optics plays a major role in the superiority of this binocular. Multi-layer coating reduces light loss and glare due to reflection offering a brighter, higher-contrasted image and light transmission of up to 90%. HD (High Definition) glass reduces the chromatic aberration that appears as unwanted “fringes” of color between dark and bright parts of an image. The LotuTec coating protects the lenses from dust and water. Rain just slides right off the exposed glass.

A large center focusing knob is easily accessible in all kinds of weather. The twist-up eyecups feature is a comfort for eye and sunglass wearers and the dioptric adjustment ring allows for individual eye differences. The close focus of an up-front 6.6'/2m means being able to catch the detail in that fluttery butterfly's wing before it disappears into thin air.

AAoV of 52.8°

HD, high density lens system provides clear and neutral colors

Large focusing wheel and twist-up eyecups add user-friendly functionality

Nitrogen purged provides fogproof and waterproof protection to 400 mbar or 13'/4m

Durable aluminum construction with a compact 6.1″ contribute to its lightweight 1.6 lbs

Twilight factor of 20.5 and a functional temperature range of -22 to 140°F / -30 to 60°C

Multi-layer coating provides up to more than 90% light transmission for good twilight performance

Schmidt Pechan roof prisms work as an image erecting system and allow for a more compact housing architecture

LotuTec protective coating furnishes a clearer view in any weather and makes the optics easier to clean. The water just beads up and rolls off the lens

The black 12×50 BX-3 Mojave Binocular from Leupold fuses ergonomic handling and fully multicoated optics to create a general purpose set of glasses that is well-equipped to endure the elements and transmit a detail-rich field of view. For the BX-3 Mojave series, Leupold employs their L-Coat anti-reflective lens coating to maximize light transmission and enhance image contrast. Complementing the lens system are phase-corrected BaK4 prisms that render lifelike colors and impressive sharpness. Twist-up rubber eyecups and a long 16mm eye relief outfit the binocular for a comfortable viewing experience even while wearing eyeglasses.

In addition to its noteworthy optical performance, the BX-3 Mojave binocular also features a weather-resistant housing that is nitrogen-filled and built to perform in extreme humidity and heavy rainfall. When conditions turn wet or cold, several of the binocular’s features will help the observer maintain their grip; including textured rubber armoring and rubberized ridges on the focus wheel. An open-bridge design also helps to balance the binocular in the observer’s hand and makes the BX-3 Mojave easy to handle with one hand. The build quality and optical performance of the BX-3 Mojave make it a full-featured optic for close to mid-range observations.

Optical Performance

12x magnification, 50mm objectives
Fully multicoated lens system
BaK4 prisms with phase-corrective prism coating
4.2° angle of view, 50° apparent viewing angle
10 ft close focus distance
17mm eye relief

Use and Handling

Twist-up rubber eyecups
Slip-resistant center focus wheel
Center wheel diopter adjustments
Open bridge design balances weight and improves handling

Construction Details

Nitrogen-filled housing for fogproof / waterproof performance
Slip-resistant rubber armored body
Black finish with textured gripping surfaces
28 oz weight

Combining excellent optical performance with ruggedness, portability, and comfort, the 12×50 Diamondback Binocular from Vortex Optics is ideal to take along on your hiking trips, camping, traveling, or just in case. The specially designed optics feature improved transmission, contrast, and true color using fully multi-coated lenses and phase-corrected roof prisms. With the improved close focus of 7′ you will get plenty of focusing range and a sharp focus on faraway scenery as well as close-ups of nearby street signs, monuments’ details, or wildlife. The combination of 12x magnification and the 50mm objectives, which are ideal for low-light conditions and even star-gazing, offers you a generous 5.2° angle of view that gives you complete images of targets.

The lightweight aluminum housing is purged with argon gas and sealed with o-rings to offer enhanced fogproof and waterproof performance. The short-hinge bridge is reduced in size, compared to previous generations of Diamondbacks, to cut overall weight and to expose more of tubes’ surface for easy holding. To ensure that you have a non-slip grip and tuning, the body, oversized focusing ring, diopter ring, and twist-up soft tapered eyecups have rubberized coverings. The focusing knob and the diopter ring also have knurling for easy use even with gloves on. Also included with the binocular are a carry case, neck strap, rainguard, and tethered objective caps.

Optical Performance Roof prism design
12x magnification
50mm objectives are ideal for star-gazing and low-light conditions
Fully multi-coated lenses increase transmission, clarity, and brightness
Phase-corrected prisms improve true color, contrast, and transmission
271′ linear field of view at 1000 yd
7′ close focus distance
Construction Details Lightweight and durable aluminum body
Short-hinge bridge cuts weight and exposes more surface for handling
Adjustable interpupillary distance: 2.2-2.8″
Slip-resistant rubber armor exterior
Oversized knurled center focusing wheel
Textured diopter ring on right eyepiece
Twist-up soft tapered rubber eyecups
Water and Fogproof: Argon-purged and o-ring sealed