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SaleBestseller No. 1 
Celestron – Nature DX 8x42 Binoculars – Outdoor and Birding Binocular – Fully Multi-coated with BaK-4 Prisms – Rubber Armored – Fog & Waterproof Binoculars – Top Pick Optics
- THE PERFECT BINOCULARS FOR EVERY ADVENTURE: The views through Nature DX rival those of more expensive binoculars, at a price to fit your budget. Nature DX 8x42 reveals image detail you won’t find with other entry-level binoculars.
- TOP-RATED GLASS OPTICS WITH IMPRESSIVE SPECS: Fully multi-coated lenses boost contrast and resolution while phase-coated BaK-4 glass prisms maximize light transmission. These binoculars feature a comfortable 8x magnification and a 6.5-ft close focus.
- DURABLE, WATERPROOF BODY: A rubber-armored, polycarbonate housing protects your binoculars from damage and stands up to the toughest weather conditions. They're also fully waterproof and nitrogen purged to prevent internal fogging of the lenses.
- UNBEATABLE WARRANTY & CUSTOMER SUPPORT: Buy with confidence from Celestron, a leading optics brand in California since 1960. Purchasing from an Authorized Dealer on Amazon gives you a Celestron Limited Lifetime US Warranty & US-based expert tech support.
- BONUS ACCESSORIES: Take this binocular with you anywhere. We’ve included a compact carrying case, objective lens caps, an eyepiece rainguard, a neck strap, a lens cloth, and an instruction manual.
Bestseller No. 2 
Choosing Binoculars for Bird Watching and Wildlife: 12 essential tips to help you pick the perfect wildlife and birding binocular
- Jones, Calvin (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 51 Pages - 01/13/2017 (Publication Date) - Independently published (Publisher)
Bestseller No. 3 
Bird Watching Binoculars for Adults by Smithsonian – 10x42 Binoculars for Bird Watching, Hiking, Travel – Birding Binoculars with Phone Adapter, Adjustable Diopter – Bird-Watching Guide Included
- While many birding binoculars are difficult to align properly, our Smithsonian Great Outdoors Binoculars Set features Omano 10x42mm Binoculars, which give you a crystal clear view with no strain. This 10x magnification and 42mm lens diameter achieve a clear visual that’s easier to hold steady for long periods. Our twist-up eyecups also allow you to customize the distance between the lenses and your eyes – a relief for glasses-wearers to avoid seeing black spots through their travel binoculars.
- Unlike other binoculars 10x42 that never achieve sharp focus, our set’s adjustable diopter allows you to easily focus each birding binocular lens to your vision – essential for anyone whose eyes have different strengths. With a 6.2-degree field of view, these high powered binoculars for adults let you view a 354-ft span of space, 1,000 yards away. Our roof prism set features a multi-coated lens which produces a bright, defined image.
- Waterproof, fog-proof and lightweight – Weighing only 700 grams, our lightweight binoculars are a breeze to bring along on hikes and easy to hold during bird-watching. These binoculars waterproof are nitrogen-filled and o-ring sealed, with multiple anti-reflective coatings on all air-to-glass surfaces. This set also includes a binoculars case, detachable shoulder strap, belt loop, rainguard and objective lens covers.
- Smithsonian bird-watching guide included. We’ve partnered with Smithsonian to create this state-of-the-art binoculars bird watching set, filled with facts about common U.S. species and tips for birding and tracking migration patterns. Our compact binoculars for adults make ideal bird watching gifts for husband, birthday gift for mom, fathers day gift for dad, or from grandpa and grandma. The perfect truck pair of bird binoculars, for when you don’t want to risk losing your expensive binoculars.
- At Omano, we’re committed to engineering the highest quality, most durable long range binoculars for our customers – at an affordable price. We’re proud to partner with Smithsonian to bring you this premium birding binoculars for adults set, equipped with everything you need for the ultimate bird-watching experience. If you aren’t satisfied with your hiking binoculars set, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We pride ourselves on our excellent customer service.
SaleBestseller No. 4 
12x42 HD Binoculars for Adults with Universal Phone Adapter - High Power Binoculars with Super Bright and Large View- Lightweight Waterproof Binoculars for Bird Watching Hunting Outdoor Sports Travel
- 【18mm Large Eyepiece Binoculars, Larger Image, Clearer Details】2.25 times the image size of 12mm eyepiece (e.g. 10x25, 12x25, 10x21 binoculars), 1.28 times of 16mm eyepiece (e.g. Ordinary 10x42, 12x42 binoculars). Large eyepiece binoculars make full use of 12x magnification, deliver larger image, ensure clearer details
- 【16.5mm Big BAK4 Prism Lens Binoculars, Super Bright, Crisp View】Collect 32% more light than 12.5mm prism lens (e.g. 10x25, 12x25, 10x21 binoculars), 13.7% of 14.5mm prism lens (e.g. Ordinary 10x42, 12x42 binoculars). 16.5mm Prism lens take 100% advantage of 42mm objective lens, collect more lights, deliver brighter view
- 【Powerful 12x42 Binoculars for Adults with only 1.25lbs.】With only 560g weight, Adasion 12x42mm binoculars deliver 367ft/1000yds large field of view. Perfect binoculars for bird watching, hunting, sports events. Binoculars with adjustable eye cups, suitable for glasses wearers.
- 【Binoculars with New Phone Adapter, Enjoy Photographing】Quick alignment, compatible with phone case, portable and stable. Suitable for iPhone X, 8P, 8, 7P, 7, 6, 6s, 6P, 5, 5s, Samsung GALAXY S8, S7, S6, S6 Edge, S5, Note, Huawei, LG, HTC, Sony, Etc.
- 【Quality Binoculars, Order without Risk】With 100% thorough Quality Control, Adasion provides High Quality Binoculars. Contact us if you encounter any issues, we will solve it in 24 hours.
Bestseller No. 5 
SkyGenius 10x25 Compact Binoculars, BK4 Roof Prism FMC Lens Kid Binoculars for Bird Watching, Binoculars for Adults Pocket for Concerts, Theater, Travel (0.53lb)
- 【 Powerful 10x25 Binoculars 】10x useful magnification with 25mm objective lens provide high definition image at 1000 yards out under 362 feet wide view. Allows you get amazing clear details from the bird watching, wildlife, exploring.
- 【 Quality Optics & Weak Light Vision 】Fully multi-layer coatings green film objective lens and roof prism guarantee the excellent light transmission and color fidelity, reduce chromatic aberration and offer a clear, sharp and vivid image with bright colors. It can be used at night, but not available in the darkness.
- 【 Foldable Lightweight Binoculars 】Design with dimension 4.2x4x1.9 inch, the portable binocular can be folded into palm or put in pocket carrying everywhere. Your ideal choice for theater, concerts, travel. ( Carrying case & Neck strap Included )
- 【 Durable & Antiskid & Adjustable Eyepiece 】Durable structure with rubber textured armor for shock-resistance and Anti-slip grip, making it not only in decent appearance of more wear-resistant and moisture-proof, but also perfect for outdoor activities such as climbing, hiking, hunting, outdoor sports. And the binoculars can pull down the rubber eyepieces and fit glasses wearer.
- 【 Easy to Focus & Reliable Warranty 】The smooth center focus knob makes it easy to adjust even for kids, while allowing both eyepieces to calibrate separately for an even clearer view. We promise worry-free 12 months warranty and 24/7 customer service. Any time you encounter any problems don't hesitate to contact us. We will present a satisfactory solution for you.
Bestseller No. 6 
Anourney 8x21 Mini Compact Pocket Binoculars, Lightweight Foldable Binoculars,Easy Focus Small Binoculars for Adults Kids Bird Watching,Opera Concert, Travel, Hiking, Outdoor Scenery, Football Game
- 【Pocket Binoculars】Anourney Binoculars lighter than mobile phones, 0.37lb won't add extra weight to your backpack,Fordable and portable design perfect for taking around anywhere--opera, concert, theater, shows, traveling, hiking, wildlife, bird watching, football game,outdoor sports. With one hand!
- 【Durable and Anti Slip Design】The binoculars are made of High quality rubber, durable anti-slip grip is more convenient to use in the bad weather, The pocket size binoculars is not only suitable for men and women,but also suitable for kids. It is wonderful to be a gift for family and friends.
- 【Easy to Focus】Adjust by smooth "center-focus knob" And right eye lens, Easy to focalize, simple to use for both adults and kids. The objective lens use optical FMC multi-layer broadband green film, and the eyepiece-optical is made of blue FMC coating. The color is clear without distortion when watching
- 【Wide&Clear Vision】8x21 optics binoculars,Designed with 8X magnification, 21mm objective lens and 369ft/1000yds large field of view. Lens made with BAK4 prism increasing light transmission for a brighter view and sharp images.
- 【You Need This!】This binocular perfect for adults, kids, concerts, opera, plays, shows, travel, hiking, camping, sport events, bird watching. Every binocular has 24-hour after-sales service and 1-YEAR Money-Back warranty, Don't miss this!
Bestseller No. 7 
Nikon PROSTAFF 3S 8x42
- Multilayer-coated kenses for brighter images
- High-reflectivity silver-alloy mirror coatings for a bright and clear view
- Turn-and-slide rubber multi-click eyecups
- Water Proof and Fogproof
SaleBestseller No. 8 
POLDR 8x21 Small Compact Lightweight Binoculars for Adults Kids Bird Watching Traveling Sightseeing.Mini Pocket Folding Binoculars for Concert Theater Opera
- Lightweight Small Binoculars: You can throw them into your backpack each day without hesitation. The mini pocket binoculars are totally worth the tiny amount of weight they add to your pack. They weigh less than your cell phone.
- Compact Binoculars Clear vision: 8x21 optics binoculars with a 8X magnification and objective lens diameter of 21 mm, What's more is with the large field of view-369ft/1000 yards, you can see the entire visual field for capturing objects easily.
- Easy on Focus: Just adjust by Smooth "center-focus knob" and right eye lens. The folding binoculars suitable for both adults and kids binoculars.
- Compact Binoculars with BAK4 prism which can 100% reflect the light to keep a good image (while don't forget to adjust the knobs to fit different view distance),made of Mg body and hand figured polishing
- Application: Perfect for adults, kids, concerts, theater, opera, plays, shows, travel, hiking, camping, sport events, bird watching , etc. The binoculars come with their own neck strap, cleaning cloth and carrying bag.
SaleBestseller No. 9 
Binoculars 20x50 for Adults,Waterproof/Professional Binoculars Durable & Clear BAK4 Prism FMC Lens,Suitable for Outdoor Sports, Concert and Bird Watching
- Binoculars, with 20X magnification and 50mm objective lens, provides wider field of view at 1000 yards.
- Binoculars for adults, Binoculars with BAK-4 Prism and FMC film lens, which minimizes the loss of light due to reflection.
- Waterproof binoculars, these binoculars perfectly fit adults and some children,it comes with adjustable twist-up eyecups for comfortable use with glasses or without, Easy to focus to obtain a clear image.
- Binoculars 20x50 , O-ring sealed optics with fog-proof coating prevents moisture, dust, and debris from getting inside the binoculars.
- Professional binoculars, high quality, high power binoculars for a variety of scenarios, including concerts, football games, bird watching, hunting and more.
Bestseller No. 10 
How To Survive A Freakin’ Bear Attack: And 127 Other Survival Hacks You'll Hopefully Never Need
- O'Neill, Bill (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 218 Pages - 10/24/2022 (Publication Date) - LAK Publishing (Publisher)
SaleBestseller No. 11 
Celestron – Nature DX 8x32 Binoculars – Outdoor and Birding Binocular
- THE PERFECT BINOCULARS FOR EVERY ADVENTURE: The views through Nature DX rival those of more expensive binoculars, at a price to fit your budget. Nature DX 8x32 reveals image detail you won’t find with other entry-level compact binoculars.
- TOP-RATED GLASS OPTICS WITH IMPRESSIVE SPECS: Fully multi-coated lenses boost contrast and resolution while phase-coated BaK-4 glass prisms maximize light transmission. These binoculars feature a comfortable 8x magnification and a 6.5-ft close focus.
- DURABLE, WATERPROOF BODY: A rubber-armored, polycarbonate housing protects your binoculars from damage and stands up to the toughest weather conditions. They're also fully waterproof and nitrogen purged to prevent internal fogging of the lenses.
- UNBEATABLE WARRANTY & CUSTOMER SUPPORT: Buy with confidence from Celestron, a leading optics brand in California since 1960. Purchasing from an Authorized Dealer on Amazon gives you a Celestron Limited Lifetime US Warranty & US-based expert tech support.
- BONUS ACCESSORIES: Take this binocular with you anywhere. We’ve included a compact carrying case, objective lens caps, an eyepiece rainguard, a neck strap, a lens cloth, and an instruction manual.
Bestseller No. 12 
Hontry 8x42 HD Binoculars, IPX6 Completely Waterproof Binoculars for All Outdoor Activities, Weathers and Seasons
- Wide field of view. 8x magnification with a viewing field of 362ft @1,093 yards provides a wide-open look so that you can stand in far-off places to enjoy the view without the shaking problem. With these binoculars for bird watching or hunting, you won't be bound to miss the fast-moving birds through the leaves.
- Sharp image. Spikex HD optical system includes high-definition glass, fully-multi lens coatings, and phase-coated BAK-4 prisms to deliver clarity and lifelike images. Another benefit is seeing everything at night as long as the target has a weak light source.
- Waterproof and fogproof. Over 200 times 9.84 feet of underwater tested, and the result was -- without any penetration. Therefore, incorporating IPX6 means these binoculars are ready to take on the nastiest conditions and the roughest elements.
- Extensive adaptability. The rubber armor provides a secure, non-slip grip, and durable external protection. These models are tripod adaptable allowing use on any tripod or car window mount. So they're a great match for everyone from beginners to mid-range outdoors and birding enthusiasts.
- Elaborate eyecups design. The twist-up eye reliefs of the configuration block stray light completely. This elaborate design allows you to get close enough for comfort. Also, it is excellent for the eyeglass-wearing user to see the full field of view.
SaleBestseller No. 13 
Bushnell Falcon 133410 Binoculars with Case (Black, 7x35 mm)
- Fully coated optics for superior light transmission
- Instafocus System for fast focus on moving targets
- Non slip rubber grip pads for secure grip in all weather conditions
- 7X magnification, auto focusing porro prism
- 35 Millimeter lens diameter, 21 Ounce weight
Bestseller No. 14 
Carson Stinger 8x22mm Compact and Lightweight Binoculars for Travel, Bird Watching, Nature Viewing, Safari's, Concerts and Sporting Events (HW-822),Olive Green
- Compact and Lightweight Binoculars with an 8x Magnification | 22mm Objective Lens Diameter | Prism Type: BK-7
- Features a center focus knob with independent right diopter adjustment for maximum focusing flexibility | Weight: 0.45 lbs
- Field of View: 342 feet at 1,000 yards | Eye Relief: 13mm | Close Focus: 9.8 feet | Exit Pupil: 2.75mm | Product Dimensions (LxWxH): 4. 1'' x 3. 8'' x 1. 3''
- Fully Multi Coated Lenses for Bright and Sharp Image Quality | Included Accessories: Soft Pouch, Wrist Strap and Microfiber Cleaning Cloth
- Perfect Compact Binoculars for Travel, Backpacking, Birding, Concerts, Sporting Events, Surveillance, Nature Viewing, Safari's and More
SaleBestseller No. 15 
Aurosports 10x25 Binoculars for Adults and Kids, Large View Compact Binoculars with Low Light Vision, Easy Focus Small Binoculars for Bird Watching Outdoor Travel Sightseeing Concerts Hunting Hiking
- 【Upgraded 15mm Large Eyepiece Binoculars】 With 15mm large eyepiece, Aurosports 10x25 binoculars provide a more comfortable and large vision. You can easily get full image with sharp edges. On both sides of the binoculars, diamond and non skid texture designed to prevent slipping.
- 【High-Definition 10x25 Binoculars】 10x power magnification, helps quickly catch long range target 10x closer. 25mm objective lens and advanced Fully Multi-Coated binoculars with BaK4 prism , Aurosports provides brighter, clearer images and more comfortable observation for you. Because of 99.99% Light transmission, You can easily get bright, contrast images, and non-chromatic aberration.
- 【Compact Lightweight Binoculars, Only 0.5lb】 Compared with other large and heavy binoculars, 10x25 foldable binoculars weights 0.5lbs, easy to focus, moderate size for both kids 8-12 yrs old and adults to use. Made of shockproof and soft silicone, it can protect your and your kids' eyes.
- 【Binoculars with Neck Strap & Portable Bag】 Comes with a dust cover for the lens in case it is accidentally dropped on the rock or dirt. The neck strap is adjustable to meet adult and kids. A carry bag to keep the binoculars clean， protective and portable.
- 【Birding Binoculars for Adults & Kids】 Simple to use, 3 steps to quick focus. It meets all needs of bird watching, hunting, hiking, travel, sports events, theater and concert. Also great gifts for men, Christmas, Father's Day and boys girls gifts.
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