Minox APO HG 10x43 BR Asph. Binocular

The comparison between the parameters of the new HG 10x43 model and these of the old one, produced in Japan, shows one very visible and important difference. The field of view increased from 6.1 to 6.5 degrees so the new Minox boasts of one of the biggest fields in the 10x42 class of binoculars.

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  solid, compact and, at the same time, relatively light casing,, good transmission level,, slight distortion,, very well-corrected astigmatism,, low coma,, slight brightness loss on the edge of the field of view,, high quality of prisms and coatings,, good whiteness rendition,, exit pupils on a quite...

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  visible chromatic aberration,, noticeably truncated exit pupils.

I bought for a friend as I have enjoyed mine. She deserves a good pair!

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  Close Focus, Quality Lenses, Strong Construction, Waterproof, Works Well With Glasses

Competition target shooting requires a spotting scope and assorted accessories which require space and set-up on the firing line and special treatment in transportation. I replaced the traditional scope with binoculars.

Birdwatching, early mornings and sunset fabulous contrasts. This is an optical marvel and for the price surely demands attention with the usual line of suspects considered top of the line. A winner all round. What is great about it? Pretty much everything. What isn't so great? Uhhh Uhhhh