Alpen Monocular 8 x 25 BAK4 LE Rubber Covered Binocular
- Waterproof / Fogproof – Nitrogen filled
- Long eye relief to see full field of view when wearing glasses
- Fully multi-coated optics
- Rubber covered / ergonomic design
- BaK4 high index glass
Product Description
Alpen’s New 8×25 monocular is fully waterproof / fogproof and features BAK4 fully multi-coated optics for superb optical performance. The rubber coating and ergonomic grip combined with its lightweight and compact size make them ideal for backpacking, hiking, cycling, and other activities where size and weight are an issue. 321 ft field of view (at 1000 yds). Includes wrist strap, nylon carrying case, and Alpen’s lifetime warranty…. More >>
I bought this to keep on my motorcycle so I needed something tough and durable. I was originally in search of some kind of telescoping spyglass, but after doing some reading I found that to be undesireable. When I first used the Alpen monocular I thought “My God thats a horrible corona!” Of course, after popping out the rubber bucket around the eyepiece, all was solved.
Optics on this unit are very good. Multicoated, BAK4 prism, everything you want in an optic. The magnification (8×25) is right around the power where you can get a good magnification and still be able to hold it steady, which is why I chose this over a 10×25. Mine was great for viewing boating bikini babes at our local reservoir, Yaks in the wild, topless hairy hippie chicks at the hot springs, and various rock formations and details of the Grand Canyon. I’ve even used it for spotting at the gun range, only at about 50yds, but I could make out the patterns.
The rubber coating is slip resistant and durable. I wish it had some caps (instead of the cheap vinyl pouch) but thats okay. The field of view could be better I guess, but I havent any problems and every image I view is bright and sharp. Plus the focus ring is smooth allowing me to focus fast.
All in all, for around $50, its the best value I found for the quality and I’m happy with my purchase. If I bought another I might try the Alpen 10×25 Alpen Monocular 10 x 25 BAK4 LE Rubber Covered Binocular to see how the view/steadiness differs.
Rating: 4 / 5