Columbia Backcountry 8x25 Pocket Roof Prism Binocular
From Columbia
Backcountry 8x25 pocket roof prism binoculars are an elegant, high-performance product. These pocket-sized binoculars contain premium features such as silver-enhanced, phase-coated prisms, and fully broadband coated lenses. Binoculars are o-ring sealed and argon-filled for maximum protection from water and fogging, whatever the conditions. External lenses receive H2C™ coating to repel water and protect against scratches. Close focus of 1 meter allows close-up observation. 18mm eye relief and twist-up eyecups make binoculars convenient for use with or without eyeglasses. COOLNECK™ detatchable neck strap and protective molded hard case are included.
- Amazon Sales Rank: #251259 in Sports & Outdoors
- Brand: Columbia Sportswear
- Model: 53001
- Released on: 2008-05-01
Excellent Binoculars
I bought one pair and was so pleased I bought another two. Having not heard of this brand before I decided to try it based on its excellent specifications vs price. It has a good wide angle view, very good eye relief, excellent close focus ability, is water & fog proof, has multi-coatings on the lenses, and is phase corrected. Eye cups are easy twist up vs hard to use rubber roll ups. It has all the features you would only find in quality optics.
I have used binoculars for many years for travels, shows, and nature outings. My beloved pair of 8x21 Trinovid Leitz binoculars is what I compare to. By the way these our amazing for their size . Needing another pair of binoculars I could not afford to pay much but yet was spoiled by the quality of my Leitz. When I received the The Columbia (Kruger Optics) Backcountry 8x25 binoculars I could not believe how clear, bright & well made they were. They are metal bodied textured with non-slip armor giving them a solid feel. Focusing is smooth and has a generously sized focusing knob.
I would be hard pressed to say that there is not much difference against my Leitz and other extremely expensive brands I have peaked through. Not enough difference anyway to justify [..]. These binoculars are value for price and will compete well against more expensive binoculars.
The only drawback I had was the batch I received from Amazon did not focus less then one meter as promoted in the specifications. It is not a flaw just mis-adjusted at the factory. The binoculars I received had close focusing from 1.5m to 3m. Unless you are watching insects that range is still considered good. [...]
Designed in USA (see [...]) Made in China but very well made. Ten year Warranty.
