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Low Light Binoculars

Fully multi-coated optics, highly reflective, phase corrected Bak-4 roof prisms and large 56mm objectives. This series of full-sized Hawke Endurance binoculars are available in three different magnifications and is designed to excel in low light where they are sure to provide you with high-quality views that are brighter than an equivalent standard sized 42mm binocular can achieve.
Supplied in either 8x, 10x or the powerful 12x option, the full sized options within the Hawke Endurance series with their large 56mm objectives are designed to offer you increased brightness and a better low light performance within your chosen power range.
Good quality optics and coatings make sure that the extra potential of the larger lenses is realised and as much light as possible passes through the system, resulting in extremely bright as well as high-quality views.

Important Features

The Hawke Endurance binoculars have a fairly typical roof prism body shape, apart from one small modern twist and that is that they have a top-hinge design. This robust bridge allows for more of the barrels to be exposed and thus provides a large surface area to hold onto for a secure and comfortable grip even with one hand.
Almost the entire exterior is covered in a thin, but tough rubber coating. As well as offering more protection to the chassis and optics contained within, this further improves grip and this un-reflective surface makes for a more camouflaged binocular.
Waterproof, the chassis is o-ring sealed, protecting the inside from moisture as well as dust in dry climates. The interior is also described as Nitrogen purged, which means all internal air is replaced with a moistureless Nitrogen gas, which prevents the internal glass surfaces from fogging up.
Twist-up eyecups allow for a precise eye-relief setting, whilst the centrally located focus wheel is large and easy to reach. It also has a high grip surface, which in combination with the smooth action makes accurate adjustments no problem even whilst wearing gloves in winter.
The right eye dioptre ring permits you to finely calibrate the instrument to allow for any difference of vision between your left and right eyes.

Optical Properties

Hawke Sport Optics use a fully multi-coated optical pathway on the Endurance series binoculars. These anti-reflective coatings contribute to a far brighter and improved quality view as they minimise the amount of light that gets reflected away or in unwanted directions as it comes into contact with all the exterior lens elements throughout the system.
The roof prisms are manufactured from quality BaK-4 optical glass and they have also been treated with multiple layers of a phase correcting material. This adds to image resolution as it prevents the individual wavelengths of light from stepping out of phase with each other as they reflect around the prism.
In terms of their optics, the main difference between these and Hawke’s more illustrious Endurance ED binoculars is that this Endurance series does not contain extra low dispersion glass (ED) lens elements. Used correctly, ED glass does have the potential to reduce color fringing, but this is not always the case. Binoculars like these do use optical glass with low dispersion properties and in many cases perform almost as well in this area.

Accessories

Packed with the Hawke Endurance series of binoculars are the usual arrangement of accessories that includes a protective and well padded carry case. A comfortable padded neck strap, protective covers for both the objective and ocular lenses and a microfiber lens cleaning cloth.

Features of Hawke Endurance Binoculars

  • Fully Multi-Coated Optics
  • BaK-4 Roof Prisms
  • Phase Corrected 
  • Lightweight Rubber Armoured Body
  • Waterproof and Fog Proof (Nitrogen Purged)
  • Central Focus Wheel
  • Right Eye Dioptre
  • Twist-Up Eyecups

Accessories of Hawke Endurance Binoculars

  • Soft Carry Case
  • Neck Strap
  • Objective Lens Covers
  • Eyepiece Covers
  • Lens Cleaning Cloth
  • Instruction Manual

Warranty Terms and Conditions

These Endurance binoculars come with the impressive Hawke No Fault Warranty that states if your binoculars are defective or damaged, they will repair or replace it at no cost to you no matter whose fault it was. You can register your Hawke binoculars here and avoid the further complications in case the proof of purchase might get lost in the future.

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How to Choose Hunting Binoculars

Hunting binoculars are the biggest category of binoculars and consist of the most versatile products in our store. There are many different types of hunting, and for each type, there are many different types of binoculars.

For low-light hunting, very big any heavy binoculars with big objective lens diameter and low magnifications are used. While for stalking in the mountains small, light binoculars with high magnification are used.

Since many different binoculars are included in this category, there are only a few properties that are common to all binoculars.

Best Binoculars for Hunters - Model 8x42

8x42 Binoculars for hunting

 

What Binocular Magnification is Best for Hunting?

Magnification on hunting binoculars is usually lower than 10x. Some of the most common features of hunting binoculars:

  • Fixed magnification

  • Objective lens bigger than 30mm

  • 7x, 8x and 10x magnification

8x42 Binoculars for Hunting

8x42 is one of the best configurations of hunting binoculars. The 8x magnification is the ideal compromise of image magnification and the intensity of a handshake. Binoculars with a 42 mm objective lens are still compact and, at the same time, bright enough.

8x42 is the most common configuration among binoculars, therefore the competition is extremely high. Consequently, for this reason, we get the highest quality for the money we pay for the product. They are also often used by birdwatchers, not only hunters. 

The 8x42 configuration is trendy because of its excellent combination between size and weight, light transmission, field of view, and useful magnification. 

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Binoculars for Low Light Hunting

Low light hunting binoculars are mostly used in Europe, where hunting in the dark (at dusk and dawn or at moonlight) is extremely common and popular.

Their light transmittance is very high and usually come in 7x or 8x magnification with 50 or 56 mm objective lens diameter. With a high light transmission rate and big exit pupil, they work best at dusk and dawn. 

In most cases, low light binoculars feature Porro or Abbe-Koenig prisms. They are heavier and more prominent than binoculars of smaller configurations. This type of hunting-binoculars are often in the higher price range.

Low Light hunting binoculars also generally have an individual focus for each eye. 

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Compact Binoculars for Hunting

Compact binoculars are only usable in the daylight since they do not provide a bright enough image to hunt in the twilight. Compact hunting binoculars are small in size, which means they are very light. The hunter can easily carry them around its neck. Small size and weight are significant. In most cases, hunters use compact binoculars for mountain hunting in the daylight.

Compact binoculars have the largest field of view among all binoculars. For the best hunting experience, we recommend binoculars that are small in size and have an 8x42 configuration. 

Best Compact Binoculars for Hunters

Compact Binoculars for hunting

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10x42 Binoculars for Stalking

  • 10x42 are similar to 8x42 because the offer of the latter is also huge; they both have a good ratio between price and quality.

  • 10x42 are less bright than 8x42 but offer better details and resolution.

  • They are very suitable for hunting in the mountains and generally for hunting in the bright daytime.

  • This configuration is also the most common choice of birdwatchers

Magnification higher than 10x is not recommended for hunting because the shaking of the hands is too noticeable. In the last years, the 10x50 binoculars started to become trendy.

This configuration behaves better in low light situations than 10x42 binoculars. But the user has to take into consideration that 10x50 binoculars are heavier and therefore not very suitable for stalking in the mountains.  

Integrated Laser Rangefinder

Binoculars with an integrated laser rangefinder are useful for determining distances. In the past, they were produced only by premium European brands, but now they are also available by other less-known manufacturers.

These binoculars are an excellent tool for hunting and shooting on longer distances. They are usually much more expensive than similar binoculars without the LRF option.

The great advantage is that everything is integrated into one device.

Roof Prism Hunting Binoculars

Roof prisms are very common in hunting binoculars category. All roof prism binoculars have a central focusing system. This type of binoculars is much more compact than binoculars that feature Porro prisms

The most commonly used type of Roof prism is Schmidt Pechan type. 

  • Premium and also low-priced binoculars use Schmidt Pechan prisms.

  • This type of prism is the smallest and the lightest one, meaning that binoculars using it are short.

Binoculars with Schmidt Pechan Prisms Model - Binoculars for Hunters

Binoculars with Schmidt Pechan Pisms

Abbe-Koening Prism Hunting Binoculars

Abbe-Koening prisms are not used very often. 

  • Binoculars with Abbe-Koening prisms provide bright images.

  • Producing binoculars with Abbe-Koning prisms is more expensive.

  • These binoculars are more massive and longer in size.

  • Until recently, only Zeiss was manufacturing them, but now many companies have their series of binoculars with Abee-Koening prisms.

 

Binoculars with Abbe Koenig Prisms Model - Binoculars for Hunters

Binoculars with Abbe Koenig Prisms

Porro Prism Hunting Binoculars

Porro prism binoculars were more popular in the past. Today, production has remained only for those who are explicitly meant for hunting in low light conditions. They usually have an individual focusing system (on each eye separately).

Although they are no longer widespread, some exceptions are still very popular: 

Protection Against Rough Weather Conditions

During hunting, binoculars are exposed to harsh weather conditions on many occasions. Cold, rain, snow, and impacts are some difficulties which hunting binoculars have to endure.

Only Marine binoculars are exposed to similar hard conditions and can compare to hunting-binoculars in this matter. All binoculars for hunting are waterproof and filled with nitrogen or argon. Nitrogen and argon prevent dew from accumulating at the sudden temperature changes. 

Many of the hunting binoculars have a thick rubber armor. The most premium binoculars have a housing made of magnesium, which provides maximal protection.

Most of these types of binoculars have fully-multi coated lenses, but only the most premium brands also offer special protective coatings on external lenses. 

Best Hunting Binoculars

It is hard to say which are the best binoculars for hunting since the decision depends on the purpose.

Binoculars that are great for stalking do not perform well in low light conditions. The user needs to know for what kind of use he/she needs the binoculars. 

There are many binoculars on the market that a saying "Jack of all trades, master of none" applies to. It is crucial to choose binoculars that are best for its user needs

There is no denying that some established European companies (Zeiss, Leica, Swarovski) produce the best binoculars and currently dominate the market.

But there are also some manufacturers in the middle price range that provide good quality binoculars for more affordable prices

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