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Bushnell 8x42 Prime Waterproof Roof Prism Binocular with 6.7 Degree Angle of View, Black

SKU: BSPR842 MFR: BPR842
$139.99
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Key Features

  • Enjoy bright, clear images with these Bushnell 8x42 binoculars, perfect for birding!
  • Waterproof IPX7 rating ensures reliable performance in any weather with these binoculars.
  • The 6.7° angle of view lets you capture expansive landscapes with these prime binoculars.
  • Fully multi-coated lenses offer optimal light transmission for crisp, vivid viewing experiences.
  • Lightweight and durable, these 8x42 binoculars are ideal for hiking and outdoor adventures.
  • BaK-4 prism glass enhances resolution and contrast for exceptional image clarity with these optics.
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2025-01-04T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Binoculars

I got these for my dad and he loves them. He had an older pair and needed an up grade. He said these are perfect!

William L.

2024-12-26T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great entry level binoculars

Again, what a great product without breaking the bank. Great entry level binos! Although, I would like to see more Bushnell products made elsewhere than China.

James G.

2024-12-19T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

This is a great pair

This is a great pair of Binos. The size allows you to take on vacation, road trips, virtually everywhere. The clarity is wonderful and all the features are well thought out. The case makes it easy to keep the carrying strap in check and tangle free. Overall great product for the price?

Bruce M.

2024-10-07T20:00:00

Rated 3 out of 5

Excellent binocs for newbie birder

My own shakiness is the only flaw. My next pair will attach to a tripod.

David H.

2024-04-18T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

High quality binocs at a

High quality binocs at a low price point!

Nayomi S.

2023-09-02T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

amazing service

amazing service

Daria S.

2023-08-21T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

We love them!

We love them!

Betty R.

2023-06-05T20:00:00

Rated 3 out of 5

Too Soon to Know

IDK. I just got it a few days ago and haven't really tried it. It seems nice and you folks provided good information. Thanks. Ask me again in about 10 days.

Jesse R.

2023-02-24T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

You can't go wrong with

You can't go wrong with BUSHNELL products period. These bino's are an up-grade from my previous BUSHNELL bino's and this 1250 model is superb. Best Regards, Mester

Mike M.

2022-12-19T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Sully

I have a12-50 glasses. The number is13-1250 and we have had them for years. At beach for(thinking back) 30/40 years and now in my truck in the car and user all the time. Just great after all these years,

L.M.Sullivan

2022-12-12T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent product

Excellent product

Jessica T.

2022-04-26T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Good durable product

Good durable product

Russell S.

2022-04-20T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Extraordinary binocular

Quite an extraordinary binocular. We have an older model for the last 15 years and that one is so good, we bought this new one based on that experience. This new binocular is also a bit lighter and when hangs around your neck, it does not seem to hurt. Right out of the box, it focused extremely well. It's adequate for any bird or wild animal viewing. There's no need to compare with other companies' models and get confused and spend more money, hoping to buy a good one. This 8 x 42 is all you ever need!

Sampath S.

2022-01-03T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Nice size. Easy to use.

Nice size. Easy to use. Great clarity. Super great magnifying. On a scale of 1 to 10, these are a 28.

Rodney L.

2021-12-12T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

great customer service, swift shipping

great customer service, swift shipping and great product! Thank you.

Amber B.

2021-11-30T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

CHRISTMAS PRESENT FOR MY WIFE,

CHRISTMAS PRESENT FOR MY WIFE, (BIRD WATCHER & POOL BOYS).I'M SURE SHE WILL LOVE THEM

DAVID M.

2021-11-15T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

perfect size

I love these binoculars, they are just the right size and power.

Jason S.

2021-11-02T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Field of View

If you wear glasses then you should seriously consider these. The Prime 8x42 have a 24mm eye relief which allows you to keep your glasses on and not loose all your field of view. I compared these at a sporting store to other "long eye relief" binocs and these blew all the others out of the water in terms of size of image. The other contenders made it feel like I was looking through small holes! Take note that only the 8x42 have a 24mm eye relief, the other magnification combos of the PRIME series have between 11 and 19mm. I hunt deer in Canada in November and constantly removing glasses to use binocs is annoying and causes fogging on my glasses, so much so that I stopped using binocs altogether and used my rifle scope to investigate any movement I would see, effective but not practical for regular scanning. Looking forward to being able to quickly go to glass without taking off my glasses.

Tom T.

2021-09-22T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Well crafted binoculars

Very happy with these binocs. I like to birdwatch in my backyard - quail, mourning doves, western sand piper, roadrunners and orioles. Thanks for offering well crafted binoculars at a very reasonable price.

Heidi H.

2021-08-26T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Amazing Quality

I was recently in the market for a pair of binoculars. I live in an area surrounded by nature as well as both land and seaside wildlife. I enjoy watching and wanted to be able to finally be able to really see it all more closely. (I was previously using a completely ineffective old pair of "opera glasses.") I knew nothing about binoculars, so I spent quite some time doing research to figure out what would be the best for me. These Bushnell binoculars checked all the boxes and are what I finally landed on. I couldn't be more pleased. They are not particularly light weight but I will either be using them from home or popping them into a daypack for a hike and they are easily manageable for these purposes. They are sturdy and the magnification is excellent. I do find I need to sometimes prop my elbows on a firm surface to minimize wobble if I want to gaze for an extended time, but that's a fine trade off for the magnification. The fact that they are water proof and have built-on lens covers is fantastic because of the damp climate. My most recent and unexpected discovery is how absolutely magnificent it is to view the luminous details of the moon with these binoculars! I have completely pleased with the quality and performance of these binoculars!

Meiko B.

2021-08-14T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Nice binoculars!

I spent a long while making sure that my first set of birdwatching binoculars would be satisfactory and in no way a disappointment. Success! Bushnell Prime 8x42 was recommended in an Audubon review. A close friend who is a serious birder also mentioned Bushnell favorably. I'm satisfied that I've purchased a quality item which will serve me well for birdwatching.

Robert S.

2021-02-23T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Very nice

Very nice

Richard J.

2021-02-07T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Review

Great binoculars

EDWARD S.

2021-01-18T19:00:00

Rated 1 out of 5

Easy to work with and

Easy to work with and to focus. Excellent field of vision.

Larry L.

2020-08-28T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I find the binoculars easy

I find the binoculars easy to use. The view is very clear and it is easy to focus. I am enjoying my bird watching even more now.

Joan B.

2020-08-24T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

These are GREAT bino's!

These are GREAT bino's!

Toni R.

2020-08-19T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

this is the standard

Not too big. Not too small. Not too heavv. Not too light, This is it. This is the standard. This is all that you need. Its all the evidence you need that you don't have to spend a lot of money for a pair of binoculars that are going to last you a lifetime. Really happy with my $150 purchase. Bushnell Prime 8X42 is the standard. Everything else is just a comparison to it. Classic

James F.

2020-05-14T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Very happy with purchase. All

Very happy with purchase. All adjustments smooth and solid. Checked all boxes on function features and feel to be of excellent quality. A little padding would have been welcomed in carry case. Don't think these bins can be beat in this price range. Looking forward to many years of use.

Randy A.

2020-05-14T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Prime Binoculars

Great set of binoculars.

Joe M.

2020-05-11T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent product, and shipped to

Excellent product, and shipped to my home in a very timely manner and in mint condition.

Lloyd C.

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Bushnell Prime Binocular Specifications

  • Adapts to Tripod

    Yes

  • Close Focus (m)

    10' (3m)

  • Color

    Black

  • Exit Pupil

    0.209" (5.3mm)

  • Eye Relief

    0.945" (24mm)

  • Eyecups

    Twist-up

  • Lead Free Glass

    Yes

  • Lens Coating

    Fully Multi-Coated

  • Magnification x Objective Lens

    8 x 42mm

  • PC-3 Phase Coating

    No

  • Prism Glass

    BaK-4

  • Prism Type

    Roof

  • Water Resistant

    Yes

  • Waterproof/Fogproof

    Yes, IPX7

  • Angle of View

    6.7 Degree (Actual)

  • Field of View

    350' at 1000 yds (117m at 1000m)

  • Protective Lens Coating

    No

  • Dielectric Prism Coating

    No

  • Ultrawide Band Coating

    No

  • Locking Diopter

    No

  • Perma Focus

    No

  • ED Prime Glass

    No

  • Length

    5.2" (132mm)

  • Weight

    23.3 oz (660g)

  • UPC Code

    29757002815

2 Accessories for Bushnell 8x42 Prime Waterproof Roof Prism Binocular with 6.7 Degree Angle of View, Black

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  • Brackets & Mounts (1)

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By Charles S.

Super clear viewing and great closeup - worth the money!

this is the standard

By James F.

Not too big. Not too small. Not too heavv. Not too light, This is it. This is the standard. This is all that you need. Its all the evidence you need that you don't have to spend a lot of money for a pair of binoculars that are going to last you a lifetime. Really happy with my $150 purchase. Bushnell Prime 8X42 is the standard. Everything else is just a comparison to it. Classic

With the Prime 8x42 Binocular, you can enjoy a seamless blend of high magnification and expansive field of view, making it an ideal choice for observing moving wildlife and birds. This durable and reliable binocular is designed with EXO Barrier and fully multicoated optics, ensuring bright, clear images even in challenging weather conditions.

This high-quality binocular is not just waterproof but also features an IPX7 waterproof construction. The O-ring sealed optics remain dry inside, even when submerged in up to three feet of water for as long as 30 minutes. This makes it a sturdy companion for all your outdoor adventures, from birdwatching to hiking, where you may encounter unpredictable weather conditions.

The Prime 8x42 Binocular boasts fully multi-coated optics. These multiple layers of coatings on all lens surfaces enhance light transmission and image brightness, providing you with an outstanding viewing experience. The built-in lens caps offer additional protection for your investment, ensuring they won't fall off and leave your lenses exposed.

One of the key features of this binocular is Bushnell's exclusive EXO Barrier technology. This advanced protective lens coating molecularly bonds to the glass, effectively repelling water, oil, dust, and debris while also preventing scratches. This ensures your binocular remains in top condition, ready to deliver high-performance viewing at all times.

The Prime 8x42 Binocular comes with a convenient carrying case that can be easily mounted on your belt. This protects your binocular and makes carrying it around effortless. Also included in the box is a rear lens cap and a comfortable neck strap, adding to the ease of use.

Bushnell's binoculars are renowned for delivering bright, clear, HD imagery. The Prime 8x42 Binocular is no exception, offering a classic configuration loaded with features for a vivid viewing experience. Whether you're a seasoned outdoors enthusiast or a beginner, the Prime 8x42 Binocular from Bushnell is designed to enhance your outdoor adventures, helping you gain a new perspective and never miss a moment.

Bushnell Prime Binocular Features

  • Fully Multi-Coated Lenses
  • Built-In Lens Caps
  • Exo Barrier Technology
  • Classic Configuration, Loaded with Features
  • Gain a New Perspective with Bushnell Binoculars
  • Bushnell. Never Miss
  • Spudz Cleaning Cloth
  • Convenient Carrying Case
  • Use with Our Binocular Harness

Warranty Information

This product has a limited lifetime warranty.

Key Features

  • Enjoy bright, clear images with these Bushnell 8x42 binoculars, perfect for birding!
  • Waterproof IPX7 rating ensures reliable performance in any weather with these binoculars.
  • The 6.7° angle of view lets you capture expansive landscapes with these prime binoculars.
  • Fully multi-coated lenses offer optimal light transmission for crisp, vivid viewing experiences.
  • Lightweight and durable, these 8x42 binoculars are ideal for hiking and outdoor adventures.
  • BaK-4 prism glass enhances resolution and contrast for exceptional image clarity with these optics.

What's in the box:

  • Bushnell 8x42 Prime Waterproof Roof Prism Binocular (Black)
  • SPUDZ Cleaning Cloth
  • Belt-Mountable Soft Case
  • Eye Covers
  • Neck Strap
  • Bushnell Lifetime Limited Warranty