Bushnell Legacy WP 8 x 42 Binocular

by Bushnell

Product Features

• Wide-angle 8x magnification, 42-millimeter objective binoculars
• Porro prism system with fully multi-coated optics and BaK-4 prisms
• Rugged rubber armoring absorbs shock and offers a secure grip
• Center focus; twist-up eyecups; long eye relief
• 100 percent waterproof / fogproof; limited lifetime warranty

Product Description

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The Legacy WP series of binoculars from Bushnell are designed to provide outdoors enthusiasts with high-quality optics that can stand up to the rigors of active use at a reasonable price. The Legacy series provides a wide and bright view thanks to fully multi-coated lenses, premium BaK-4 prism glass, and a porro prism system. Built for wide-angle viewing, the Legacy WP 8x42 Binoculars offer a 430-foot field of view at 1000 yards. The binoculars are housed in rugged rubber armoring that both provides a confident grip and soaks up abuse. The binoculars are 100 percent waterproof and fogproof--guaranteeing that the optics will not be compromised even if you fully submerge them in water. Additional viewer-friendly details include long eye relief, twist-up eyecups, a center focus system, and tripod compatibility. Built solid, for years of use, the Legacy WP 8x42 Binoculars carry a limited lifetime warranty from Bushnell.

Binocular Specifications:

• Magnification: 8x
• Objective Lens: 42 millimeters
• Close Focus: 12 feet / 3.6 meters
• Field of View: 430 feet at 1,000 yards / 143 meters at 1,000 meters
• Eye Relief: 18 millimeters
• Exit Pupil: 5.25 millimeters
• BK-4 prism glass
• Porro prism system
• Fully multi-coated lenses
• Tripod adaptable
• Twist up eyecups
• Center focus system
• Water and fog proof
• Size Class: standard
• Weight: 26.5 ounces / 751 grams
• Model: 120842

About Porro Prism Binoculars:
The prism system of a binocular reduces the size needed to contain a long optical path and turns what would be an upside-down image right-side-up. In porro prism binoculars, the objective or front lens is offset from the eyepiece. Porro prism binoculars provide greater depth perception and generally offer a wider field-of-view.

Product Description

8 x 42mm An exceptionally versatile, easy-handling configuration. Some outdoors enthusiasts specialize. Some specialize in doing it all. Our Legacy® WP series is custom fit for the latter with a range of models at prices that leave plenty left over to gear up for diverse weekend agendas. We kept the cost reasonable without scrimping on optical performance. All models feature fully multi-coated optics and premium BaK-4 prisms for exceptional light transmission and image clarity. Rugged rubber armoring provides a sure grip and soaks up abuse. And they’re 100% waterproof. This solid, well-rounded lineup has a single purpose – everything outside.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6 x 3 x 8 inches ; 2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00189CT42
• Item model number: 120842
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #26,856 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best All-Purpose Water/Fogproof Porro Prism Binocular for the Buck., December 11, 2011

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Butch (From the American Heartland.) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bushnell Legacy WP 8 x 42 Binocular (Sports)

I am not new to the world of binoculars. I have a pair of vintage Bushnell 7X26 Custom Compact binoculars that I bought in 1980. Considered by many to be the gold standard of compact binos. I also have a pair of Bushnell Explorer 7X50's bought at the same time that I still use for stargazing. Camera quality glass in both binos. Both binos remain perfectly collimated to this day. They have both seen many wondrous things during the past 30+ years. But I am not nearly so loyal to Bushnell as I am loyal to quality and value wherever I find it. I have a pair of Swift Audubon HR/5 8.5X44 binos that are my primary birders. Their reputation for crepuscular excellence is well founded. Of my dozen or so binos these three have been for the most part my go-to porro prism binos. I also have a pair of roof prism binos that I am partial to when I travel. Each in their own way represents money well spent. Very well spent in my opinion. Even a blind squirrel can find an acorn once and a while.

With that said I believe I have found the best bang for the buck in its category with the Bushnell Legacy WP 8X42 porro prism binos. WP as in Weather Proof. O-ring sealed, Nitrogen filled, Bak 4 premium prisms, fully multicoated lenses, and rubber armored they are great for any kind of weather. A hot and humid and/or rainy day of birdwatching, or a cold winter night of stargazing. At less than $130 I could not find another porro prism bino that comes close to them at a local SuperStore. They are superior in just about every way to their most obvious competition the Nikon Action Extreme ATB 8X40 binos. This though the Nikons cost nearly twice as much. With that said, I am not here to put down the Nikons. They are very good. But after taking a close look at both binos I came to the conclusion that this Bushnell model is better engineered than the Nikon. Much better in my opinion.

Optically, the Bushnell's are superior. Frankly I was a bit surprised. I figured they would be about the same. And they are in most respects save one, the Bushnell's have much less glare. This was for me surprising as they have slightly more light gathering ability with the 42 v 40 mm objective lenses. Much better contrast as well. For me the Nikon's were tiring. Far more so than the Bushnell's. After closer inspection of the specifications for both binoculars I saw where though the Bushnell's lenses are "fully" multi-coated the Nikon's are simply multi-coated. At least between these two binos I can easily see the difference "fully" multi-coated can make.

Then there were the little things:

The Bushnell's felt better balanced to me. Stand them upright on their objective lens and they sit like a rock. The Nikons "want" to fall over. This though the Nikon's weigh 107 grams more than the Bushnell's. The Bushnell's are solid and well balanced without being overly heavy. Very well made.

The lens barrels of the Bushnell's lay against my chest with four pressure points as opposed to the Nikon's two. The Bushnell's are easier on me and they don't move around as much.

The Bushnell eye-cups lock-in better. Set 'em and forget 'em. With that said, the Nikon's do have more detent settings but what is the point if they won't stay put?

I barely had to adjust the diopter setting on the Bushnell's which matched up well with my other favorite binos. But I had to go almost as far as I could with the Nikon's. This could be just a poorly constructed pair of Nikons, stuff happens. But I thought I should mention it. I have 20/25 vision. My 20/10 days are behind me. If I had even just a little bit more than a slight astigmatism I don't believe the Nikons would have been usable by me without glasses on.

The lens caps on the Bushnell's have a more supple feel and go on and stay on better than the Nikon's. The Bushnell's lens caps feel more like rubber while the Nikon's feel more like a cheap plastic after thought.

If you have narrow set eyes forget about the Nikon AE ATB's. The Bushnell's are fully adjustable for both wide and narrow faces. For young and old alike. Male or female.

Bottom Line:

After a fairly close look at both binos I found the Nikon's not to be in the same league as the Bushnell's. In my opinion the Bushnell's are a very good buy at anything less than $130. At $65 I almost felt guilty. Almost. Thank you Bushnell. Thank you Amazon.

PS: Both bino's straps are nearly useless. I replaced mine with the Bushnell Deluxe Binocular Harness for $15.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect all-around binoculars, March 20, 2011

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Concerned "Citizen" (Blue State, USA) - See all my reviews

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After doing the research, these were the binoculars I landed on. I had no specific aspirations for them. All I know is I always wanted a pair. I read everything I could on binoculars, and for the price, the design, material and construction of these make them a no-brainer. As a bonus, Bushnell is apparently a trusted name in binoculars.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Bushnell Legacy WP 8x42, August 9, 2011

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C. Long - See all my reviews
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Good binoculars! I can focus on close objects, about 10, 12 feet, as well as on distant objects. An incredible deal, about 4/5 off the counter price at a local store. Very clear view.