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The all-purpose Trailblazer ATB™ compact binoculars have multi-coated lenses and offer waterproof and fogproof performance.
100% Waterproof/Fogproof
| Added protection: | Rubber armor |
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| Apparent angle of view: | 65.6 degrees |
| Exit pupil: | 3.1 millimeters |
| Eye relief: | 10 millimeters |
| Field of view @ 1,000 yds: | 429 feet |
| Magnification: | 8x |
| Minimum focus: | 8.2 feet |
| Real angle of view: | 8.2 degrees |
| Relative brightness: | 9.6 |
| Size: | 4.5 x 4.1 x 1.7 inches |
| Weather resistance: | Waterproof/fogproof |
| Weight: | 9.9 ounces |
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Revising My Earlier Review | |
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| OK. I am eating my words-my opinion. I did trade back my new-purchased Nikon Trailblazer 8x25 and bought the Pentax DCF MCII also an 8x25, and suddenly I liked the Nikon Trailblazer much better than when I wrote my first review. Hence, this amendment. An especial strong and missed feature of the Nikon was the superbly wide field! The Pentax center focus knob is tight, which I like, but with these binoculars it’s like peering through a toilet paper roll. On the other hand, the Nikon Trailblazer is like looking through… two larger toilet paper rolls with some overlap. Much better. The Pentax is a great tool, but the center focus play in the Nikon now sinks into insignificance. I have happily repurchased a Nikon 8x25 from REI and also am keeping the Pentax. Simple solution, if expensive, to the lack of perfection in both. But since there will be four persons in our AK summer party, with two magnifying double oculars we won’t have to wait in line as much for general wildlife viewing. Also, the Nikon is said to be waterproof to a much greater extent than the Pentax. To make up for my low initial rating and to give a fairer average, I’m giving the Nikon Trailblazer 8x25 five stars. | |
| earthtrekker at REI on 03/27/2009 | |
Who wants NASA like vision | |
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| If you want to see like NASA in the wild you want these specks. I thought all specks were the same, foggy no focus but with these I am so wrong. These specks fit your eyes perfectly...it's like your vision with a thought as been magnified even in rain and fog. The waterproof rating is right on. I've dunked mine in 50F water and spotted wildlife in Utah during summer downpours. They are so light around my neck I don't even notice them. They have no bounce of the chest in fact they stick like glue to your chest when hiking and unlike all my other specks I rarely take them off cause they are that comfortable and light weight. For how powerful they are I still cant believe how small and compact they are. They are great for bird/wildlife watching, concerts and sporting events, ultralight hikers who still want vision, and you don't even need to spend your rent! What a steal!!! | |
| Lord Dolza at REI on 05/09/2009 | |
Great multipurpose small binoculars | |
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| This model employs very bright, clear lenses with a wide field of view. The viewing experience is comparable to very expensive models. It is a pleasure to use these binocs even for an extended period. This model is not as light as similar models in the same price range, yet still not very heavy. An ideal choice for modestly priced compact binoculars. My only complaint is that the focusing knob has considerable play, making precise focusing more challenging. | |
| pinetree3 at REI on 08/30/2009 | |
Exactly what I was looking for. | |
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| Excellent product for the price. Superior brightness factor makes a noticeable difference at dawn and dusk. | |
| Donald at REI on 09/29/2007 | |
Too Much Play in the Center Focus | |
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| I love the whole concept of lightweight binoculars and especially for my intended purpose, which is scouting in Alaska backcountry: that is, as we travel on foot, visually scouting ahead for brown bears in order to avoid approaching too close to them. From a distance it might be difficult to tell between a smaller, safe creature and one that can and will kill and/or eat you. Also, with binoculars a person can better see if the bear is a mama with cubs occasionally in cover or a bear feeding on a carcass, both creatures posing additional danger. The Nikon Trailblazer fits the bill for such a defensive tool, however the serious play in the center focus is an unacceptable problem. I have read other online comments that suggest the play is a design defect. Therefore, I will be returning the Nikon set and checking out Pentax or Steiner that have binoculars similar in weight and magnification, but come at a somewhat higher price. | |
| earthtrekker at REI on 03/16/2009 | |
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