Leica 10x42 BN Binoculars

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 5.7 x 5.1 x 2.2 inches ; 2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00005LAWF
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #62,307 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: September 4, 1999

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars You can always trust Leica in optics, September 10, 2001

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=CC= (Los Angeles, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Leica 10x42 BN Binoculars (Electronics)

Bought a pair of this Trivonid 10X42BN, which I have dreamed of for a long long time. I took it out for birding.. WOW!! It has the brightest optical performance I have ever seen. I can easily watch the birds in the shaded woods, with very sharp, great contract, precise image. Not to mention the even greater performance in places with more sunshine.
I personaly love the design of the push-pull eyecups, it is exactly the right thing for anyone who wear glasses like me!! Just push down the eyecups, I can enjoy the SAME view (same wide field, same brightness..etc) immediately without takeing off my glasses.
I have tried Zeiss Victory and Swarvoski SLC before I bought Leica, they can't beat Leica in optics, although some birding experts prefer Swarvoski. But Swarvoski's is not as bright as Leica's, and 50+% more expensive.
and YES, Leica Trivonid 10X42BN is BIGGER, and HEAVIER compare to both Zeiss and Swarvoski. And some degradation at the edge of view, which exists in EVERY pair of roof prim binoculars.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Worth every penny, October 8, 2002

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suetonius "seutonius" (Phoenix) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Leica 10x42 BN Binoculars (Electronics)

These binoculars were a revelation to me. I was surprised that this level of quality was still available at any price in today's world of plastic disposable low quality consumer merchandise. These Leica binoculars feel like a heavy glass and metal brick in comparison to other cheaper binoculars. The image is bright and contrasty. The image snaps decisively into focus. You'll want to smash your cheap binoculars against the nearest wall after you've tried these.

A couple of minor quibbles: the thin leather case that comes with it is very flimsy, you may want to buy a more sturdy aftermarket case. No front lens covers were provided. There is a sturdy one piece rubber eyepiece cover and a very nice neoprene neckstrap.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars These binoculars were a revelation, November 16, 2001

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Fredric Weizmann (Toronto, Ontario Canada) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Leica 10x42 BN Binoculars (Electronics)

Although I have owned several pairs of binoculars, I have never come across a better pair than the Leica. The first time I used them the image was so bright and clear it was a real revelation. I have tried comparable Swarovsky and Zeiss binoculars, and not only was the Leica brighter, but it was much more comfortable to hold. I have not tried the Nikon Venturers, which I have heard are wonderful, but you absolutely cannot go wrong with the Leica. They are expensive, but will last a lifetime. For those who wear glasses, the eye cup system is really quite comfortable, and the cups themselves are quite sturdy. The Leica is also waterproof and built like a tank.