Buy Kowa BD32-10 High Performance 10x32mm Binoculars (Green)Kowa BD32-10 High Performance 10x32mm Binoculars (Green) Product Description:
- Sport binoculars with an 10x magnification, provide an apparent field of view of 60 degrees and 344.5 feet at 1,000 yards
- Lenses and prisms are manufactured with multilayered coating, ensuring a bright and clear visual range
- Roof prism has phase correction C3 coating and a highly reflective aluminum coating to ensure sharp images and accurate color reproduction
- Housing is waterproof and filled with dry nitrogen gas to prevent the lens from fogging for use in the rain and other harsh weather conditions
- Weighs 19.93 ounces, measures 4.8 x 2 x 5 inches (W x H x D), and is backed by a manufacturer's lifetime product warranty
Product Description
Up front, the BD32 10x binocular features big 32mm objective lenses that, like all the optical components in the unit, are fully multi-coated for maximum light transmission. But it's the breakthrough C3 coating, applied to the binoculars' roof prism, which is such a boon to both aspiring and die-hard enthusiasts alike. This exciting new dielectric coating increases reflectivity, which is a tremendous advance over traditional coatings of silver or optically enhanced aluminum, and the difference is immediately apparent from the first sighting. Weighing in at less than 20 ounces, the BD32 features twist-up eyecups for easy viewing with or without eyeglasses. They're waterproof, and charged with dry nitrogen to prevent fogging. And with a wide field of view, they allow you to spend more time actually looking at your prize, rather than searching for it!
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By John N. Fulmore
I recieved a pair of Kowa BD 32-10 binoculars a week ago and have had them in the field every day and wanted to give an initial review.My motivation for getting a 10 power was to be able to identify local hawks and falcons with a bit more ease. Moving closer to the bird to take advantage of my 8 power did not work. Often the bird would fly off before I could get close enough to see the detail that I would like to.Weight and size - the BD is right at 19 ounces...I like the weight. This size - 5 inches by 5 inches by 2 inches - is about right for me, I do not struggle with fit and while the binocular is small it is viable tool for observation.Outer covering - I really like the green and black rubber armoring, it has indentations and a non slip texture that promotes ease of use.Eye relief - more important than weight and size as I wear prescription lenses. The Kowa features usable eye relief of 15 mm. There is an eye cup adjustment that features 4 settings and it is solid - a definite click at each stop. This is a great option if you do not wear glasses.Field of view is 315 feet/1000 yards - which is too narrow. In practical terms, I could not follow birds in flight up close as easy as I could with a smaller power binocular. But to get more field of view in a quality 10x32, you may have to spend more.In the field. I was able to identify "that large raptor," as an Osprey and see the variations in red tail hawks. The Kowa got me close enough to identify a female Kestrel and watch as she enjoyed a small mouse for breakfast. And I was able to identify a black throated sparrow - not an uncommon visitor but not a regular.Optic performance - is adequate, with a very slight change in clarity at the edge of the view, a wide sweet spot, and on occasion certain edges will have either a very faint yellow or blue fringe but this is not consistent. The view is clear and the resolution adequate. The Kowa has Schmidt/Pechan roof prisms, fully multicoated lens that provides a bright view. It is a step - albeit a very small one - below the current XD/HD optic glass on the market. Objective size - 32mm versus 42mm - the difference is not noticeable to me until about 10 minutes before night fall. At that point, the 8x42 bypassed the Kowa in performance in terms of light gathering. The diopter adjustment works well but it is does not lock to prevent change in setting during use and for the price, this is a significant over sight on Kowa's part as binoculars with comparable prices have this feature.If you are looking for a rugged, small binocular for either hunting or specialized to watch birds at distance - raptors, waterfowl or birds in difficult but open terrain, these Kowas are an great tool for that purpose. If you are looking for an multi purpose binocular, I would opt for an 8x42 or an 8x32 in one of the mid price range optics that features HD/XD glass, fully multicoated lens and light weight design.This little binocular earns a strong 4 star rating. A wider field of view and a locking diopter would have resulted in an enthusiastic 5 stars.Recommended for hunters and the dedicated raptor/distance birder who does not want to pack a spotting scope.
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By The Bear
Image resolution and color excellent. The image is very contrast and very bright for a 32mm diameter.minimum focus of 1.5m is very good, enables me to see insects and not only birds.I have some minor things that I don't like:focus ring is to slowdirection of focus opposite from what I am used in my other binoculars6 degree angle is OK but I prefer 7 or even 8at the price they are sold I think it's a very good purchase
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