Wingspan Optics EagleScout 10X42 High Powered Binoculars for Bird Watching. Bright and Clear Views for Hours of Bird Watching, Hiking and Exploring. Waterproof. Fog Proof

Very clear binoculars and great for birdwatching

I needed a pair of waterproof binoculars to use when on my boat. I carefully compared current offerings to try and find the best fit for my purposes. My must-have criteria were as follows: >Price less than $150 >Waterproof, of course >Fairly compact, but good-sized objective lenses for nice bright views >Fully multi-coated lenses >Mostly good reviews by a significant number of buyers >Durable construction (per user reviews) These Wingspan 10X42 binoculars satisfied all these points well. The desire for compactness combined with decent-sized objective lenses called for the roof prism design, which based on many reviews of other models tended to be mutually exclusive with my other need for durability, as it seems that bumps can potentially move the prisms out of alignment on lower-cost models. Although I’ve had the binoculars for just a few days, so far it looks like Wingspan is doing well durability-wise; in that the binocular box was shipped in a larger box via USPS with no padding material whatsoever. I used to work for the USPS, so I know that handling of packages can be somewhat less than gentle. Yet upon trying the binoculars for the first time I confirmed that despite the inevitable bumps they received they were perfectly aligned! The general solid feel is further testament to quality construction, as is the lifetime warranty. A company would have to have confidence in their products to back them up with such a warranty, so I’m looking forward to a good long life for these. Durability is meaningless, however, if the view through the binoculars is poor. Here I can attest that the Wingspans are superb. They compare favorably with my Nikon binoculars. In fact, my wife thinks they are superior to the Nikons. The views are crystal-clear, very sharp edge-to-edge; with excellent contrast. Views of the night sky are very bright, revealing much more detail than the naked eyes could discern, so low-light terrestrial viewing should also be very good. Other observations: very nice quality strap and decent case, I LOVE the lens caps which stay attached to the binocular body to mitigate the risk of loss, smooth focus action, standard 1/4” x 20 socket for attaching a tripod bracket (although the bracket itself is not included). One final note: my eyes are relatively widely-spaced apart, and the two oculars are just barely wide enough to accommodate me: so they should easily be a good fit for most people. I am thoroughly satisfied with my purchase so far, and would recommend these binoculars to anyone.

Just unboxed these and got a pleasant surprise. Optics are clear edge to edge. Focus easily and the diopter seems to stay put as you focus. I can tell a difference from my Pentax but doubt I will ever encounter a field situation where that would make a difference. Plus if someone threatens me, I can hand these over without worrying if I will have to sell a kidney to replace them. I do advise most birders to stay with 8x glasses and will probably add a pair of those, but these will be great birding from the car or my front porch seat where stability will not be a problem. Great to see quality glasses at a reasonable price and I hope it will draw more folks into birding. For a nature center loaner program the 8x42 would be ideal.

I liked the quality of the binocular optics crystal clear to mage and the eye relief it is light and easy to hold and use ! It also has the provision to mount on tripod which was not made very clear in specification! However I lost the cover of the eyepiece which was lose seller could you please advise where I can get it ?

I have other pairs of binoculars and have looked through others while shopping for these. I was looking something for birdwatching/wildlife viewing. I took a chance with these and have been very pleased. They are a nice size and not overly heavy. I ordered two pair, one for myself and one for my wife. The optics are very good and the size and weight are in line with other more expensive binoculars. The eyepieces rotate in and out for use with or without eyeglasses, but I wear eyeglasses and have not found a pair of binoculars yet that work well with your eyeglasses, so I just take mine off or flip them up while using the binoculars. These binoculars are an excellent choice for the money.

Worked fine and expected for a year, but then an eye piece fell off, looks like an adhesive gave out. Although theres a lifetime warranty it doesn't matter if theres no number to get in contact with and they won't return email. Disappointing brand and company.