Product Description
One of the advantages of a full-size binocular is that the objective lens is larger. It lets in more light, increases the viewing field, offering you a better perspective. The Nikon Monarch ATB 8x42 binoculars offer rugged construction for waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof performance and have a 42mm objective for bright views. 8 times magnification brings objects virually 8-times closer than your naked eye can see. The Monarch is designed for outdoor use, whether birding, hiking, camping, biking, or virtually anything outdoors. Fully insulated, the Monarch reigns supreme in being able to deliver outstanding performance whether you're in wet or dry conditions, hot or cold. It's completely waterproof and fogproof. Of course, it is made by Nikon and that means top optical integrity. This model employs Eco-Glass, an environmentally friendly material made without the use of arsenic or lead. Every lens surface is multicoated with anti-reflective compounds to maximize light transmission for bright, color-correct images. Eyeglass wearers will be able to use these because they have a long eye relief and twistable rubber eye cups that offers ideal viewing with glasses or without. Nikon stands firmly on the quality of these binoculars. They include a Nikon USA 25-Year Limited Warranty for your long-term assurance. For your active, rugged, outdoor lifestyle, the Monarch is a top performer. You deserve the best. Centered manual focus ring is extremely easy and convenient even in the most hostile environments A minimum focus range of 8.2 feet offers clarity and detail from near and far Non-slip rubberized exterior provides a comfortable and secure grip 360 Foot field of viw at 1,000 yards Unit Dimensions - 5 W x 5-3/4 D / Weight - 21.3 ounces
Customer Reviews:
great optics, questionable construction.......2007-11-06
I bought these to replace a pair of Pentax 8x42 WP's which I had scratched. For the money, I don't think you can do any better for optical clarity and resolution, in my amateur opinion. Not 'wow' better, but did seem a tad brighter than the Pentaxes. They are amazingly light and the overall ergonomics were good so I enjoyed using them. That 'quality feel' was lacking when compared to the Pentaxes, for whatever that's worth, and I don't think it was the lack of 'heft'. The twist out eye cups worked well when full out or in. The diopter ring was stiff and not so user friendly, it doesn't lock but won't likely budge anyway.
So why only 3 stars? For it's price class it deserves 5 stars, but my example began fogging internally on an Elk hunt in otherwise benign conditions. A fluke? Others on the net have noted significant variability within the model line suggesting quality control issues with these Chinese made binoculars.
I returned them to my local Cabela's and was refunded without question so did not deal with Nikon directly (25y warranty, FYI). If I can't find a better bin for similar money (considering Eagle Optics Ranger's, Vortex Vipers, Bushnell Elite e2, etc...), I may get another pair, after looking through several at the counter and doing my own 'testing' once I get them home. Hope that helps.
probably the best you can get for that price .......2007-07-25
An excellent binocular. Great color definition, pretty bright an wide field of view, soft and rapid focussing central knob, good close focus distance and nice and practical lens caps. They also have a nice ruber covering which feels very good on your hands and may be an effective shock absorber. The case is also ok and another great feature: they weigh only 620 grams.
I finally picked up these binoculars from the Eagle Optics Ranger Platinum 8x42, which I have used before getting a very nice impression, and I can say the Nikon Monarch 8x42 are at least as good as the E.O. Ranger Platinum. I think this is the best you can get for such an affordable price and I feel very pleased with these binos.
Excellent.......2007-07-19
I brought these about four months ago and love them. The main reason I brought them was for bird watching. I spent a bit of time researching, as I wanted a good pair of binoculars. They have a really nice fell and weigh 689grams with the strap on. I've dropped them once and there was no problem. Not long after I got them I took them with me on a Safari to Mali, Africa. The first evening I used them I was standing on a hill looking into a valley while the sun was going down. When I looked through the binoculars I could see all the villages around that were made out of mud and people where walking around their little village. Without the binoculars I could not see the small villages nor the people. The optic quality of these Binoculars is really good. They really bring the colour of the birds out. I showed my father in-law, the binoculars, who has been bird watching for 30 years and he said they were really good. For the price you pay the quality is great. Sure you could go and spend $2,000 on a pair but if you lost, broke or they got stolen then you would have a few teary nights. With these I wouldn't loose too much sleep if something happened to them. Besides the way how technology works the $2,000 optics will be
< $500 within 10 years or so. I looked through a few pair of expensive ones and can't say that they deserve $2,000; yes they were better but not 5 times better. Unfortunately I couldn't buy these on Amazon as they don't send them overseas. If you live outside of the US and want to buy them go to Binoculars.com as they send them overseas at a reasonable price.
Outstanding binoculars, but ..........2007-07-18
The quality of these binoculars is outstanding, and they are especially useful for those of us who wear eyeglasses. However, the lens caps are a real pain - just wont' stay in place, and the case provided is too small to cram in the binoculars and the lens caps. We bought a separate case to solve that problem. A great product - Nikon just needs to spend a little money to upgrade the "accessories."
Impressive.......2007-06-16
I bought these binos after extensive internet research. While not an optics expert, I really like these. Images are very, very sharp and plenty bright. Lightweight and fairly compact. Only downside is the rear caps are completely useless. Bought them for my wife for birdwatching. Highly recommended if your budget allows.
Product Description
Nikon is a precision optical company with worldwide manufacturing, research and marketing capabilities. The Nikon name is equated with extraordinary photographic performance, innovation, precision and optical quality. The Nikon Monarch ATB 8x42 Binoculars features an advanced new roof prism optical design. It incorporates Nikon's exclusive Eco-Glass (made without the use of arsenic or lead) for all lens and prism elements. Prisms feature phase-correction coatings and high reflection mirror coatings for superior sharpness and resolution, and all lenses and are fully coated with multiple layers of anti-reflective compounds for maximum light transmission. Built with an extremely durable alloy body housing, the Monarch ATB is ruggedly constructed for true waterproof, fogproof and shockproof performance.
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BINOCULARS, 8X42 TEAM REALTREE
Product Description
Nikon is a precision optical company with worldwide manufacturing, research and marketing capabilities. The Nikon name is equated with extraordinary photographic performance, innovation, precision and optical quality. The Nikon Monarch ATB 8x42 Binoculars features an advanced new roof prism optical design. It incorporates Nikon's exclusive Eco-Glass (made without the use of arsenic or lead) for all lens and prism elements. Prisms feature phase-correction coatings and high reflection mirror coatings for superior sharpness and resolution, and all lenses and are fully coated with multiple layers of anti-reflective compounds for maximum light transmission. Built with an extremely durable alloy body housing, the Monarch ATB is ruggedly constructed for true waterproof, fogproof and shockproof performance.
Product Description
Nikon started with bright, high resolution optics, and built them into an ultra-rugged, waterproof, fogproof, shockproof body. Features include phase-correction coated prisms and fully multi-coated lenses for enhanced optical performance when you need it most: at dawn, dusk, and in poor weather. State of the art, lightweight construction provides unparalleled strength and ruggedness in a package that is comfortable to carry all day. The Monarch ATB truly embodies Nikon's hunting spirit. Focusing System: Center Focus Magnification: 8x Objective Diameter: 42mm Angular Field of View: 6.3 Real; 50.4 Apparent Field of View: 330ft @ 1000yds Close Focus Distance: 8.2ft Exit Pupil: 5.3mm Relative Brightness: 28.1 Eye Relief: 19.6mm Size: 5.7"x5" Weight: 21.3ozManufacturer: Nikon. Manufacturer#: 7430. Approximate Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.92.
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Nikon Monarch ATB Binocular 8X 42 Realtree
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