- Compact birding binocular with 8x magnification and 32mm objective lens
- Premium optical glass coated with natural color transmission multi-coating
- Unique fast-focus system quickly turns from close focus to infinite distance
- Neutral earth tone brown housing; waterproof, shockproof, and tripod-adaptable
- Includes neck strap, rain guard, objective caps, and carrying case
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Precise, lightweight, and amazingly rugged, the portable Merlin 8x32 binocular is the perfect tool for the birder on the move.
The Merlin's optics are made with premium optical glass coated with Steiner's natural color transmission multi-coating, which boosts light transmission much higher than similar binoculars in the same class. This yields extraordinary clarity, resolution, and color fidelity, so you can make out minute details from long distances. The binocular also includes a unique fast-focus system, which turns from close focus to infinite distance in two full turns of the focus wheel. This razor-sharp fine-tuning is smooth and precise.
 The Merlin 8x32 binocular includes a neck strap, a rain guard, objective caps, and a carrying case. |
Knowing that some birds are skittish in the presence of bright or light colors, Steiner took the opposite approach with the Merlin. The binocular's near-transparent neutral color is a unique earth tone brown, chosen by Steiner's development staff and birders as the color least noticeable to birds. Finally, the Merlin's lightweight, compact body makes the binocular ideally suited for longer walks or hikes.
All Merlin binoculars come with a super-comfortable neoprene neck strap, a rain guard, objective caps, and a carrying case. The cushioned neck strap, which includes a quick-release buckle system, can be removed instantly for cleaning or replacement. The rain guard, meanwhile, keeps rain, moisture, and dust off the eyepiece, so you enjoy clear views every time. The binocular's objective caps grip the lenses securely for protection. And the case is made of thermo-formed PVC, which basically adds another cushioning layer to the outside of the binocular. Waterproof, shockproof, and tripod-mountable, the Merlin 8x32 binocular is suitable for years of outdoor use.
Specifications
- Magnification: 8x
- Objective lens: 32mm
- Close focus distance: 8.9 feet
- Exit pupil: 4mm
- Eye relief: 16.5mm
- Field of view: 336 feet @ 1,000 yards
- Interpupillary distance: 57 to 73mm
- Dimensions: 5.2 by 2.2 by 5.5 inches (W x H x D)
- Weight: 22 ounces
- Warranty: 10-year manufacturer's limited warranty
About Steiner
Karl Steiner established Steiner Optik GmbH in 1947, turning it from a one-man factory to a 50-plus employee company within six years. Offering products ranging from small cameras to binoculars and special lenses, Steiner soon turned his attention to professional high-quality binoculars. From the beginning Steiner Optiks has focused on creating new optics technologies, including such innovations as rubber armoring, the first binocular with an integrated compass, the first binocular with an optical coating to protect against harmful UV radiation, the pocket-size binocular, and the Predator lens coating to increase animal contrast against wooded backgrounds. Today, Steiner manufactures binoculars for the military, marine, hunting, outdoor, birding, and leisure industries.
Product Description
Steiner Merlin 8 x 32 mm Binoculars are top-flight wildlife and birding specialists! These yield high performance for faster discovery, especially of birds and animals on the move. The Steiner Merlin Series is precise, amazingly rugged and fully waterproofed for even rainiest days. Made with premium optical glass, coated with Steiner exclusive natural color transmission multi-coating, which boosts light transmission and yields extraordinary clarity, resolution and color fidelity. Their unique "Fast-Focus" system turns from close-focus to infinite distance in two full turns of the focus wheel, for razor-sharp fine tuning. Focusing is smooth and sharp. Compact and lightweight at just 20 ozs.; Close focus from 8.9'; New lightweight alloy body with rubber armoring. In a matte earth brown color for camouflage; Field of view (F.O.V.) is 336' @ 1,000 yds. 15 mm eye relief; Come with super-comfortable neoprene neck strap, and a cushioning PVC case with strap. Plus special rain guard for ocular lenses and objective lens covers; Fully waterproof, shockproof, fogproof. Threaded to be tripod mountable; Measure approx. 5 1/2 x 5 x 2 1/4". Steiner German-made, tremendous-value performers... order yours now! Steiner Merlin 8 x 32 mm Binoculars
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There are two things that I consider when buying a pair of binoculars: comfort and the quality of the
optics. The 8x32 Merlin's excel in both.
They are the most comfortable binoculars that I have ever used. They are light, very well balanced,
and easy to carry and use all day long. The soft angled eyecups fit me perfectly and are my preferred type
of eyecup. They may not work as well for people with eyeglasses.
The binoculars deliver a sharp clear image that is the equal of more expensive binoculars.
optics. The 8x32 Merlin's excel in both.
They are the most comfortable binoculars that I have ever used. They are light, very well balanced,
and easy to carry and use all day long. The soft angled eyecups fit me perfectly and are my preferred type
of eyecup. They may not work as well for people with eyeglasses.
The binoculars deliver a sharp clear image that is the equal of more expensive binoculars.
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