Steiner 7x50 Marine Binocular
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Description of Steiner 7x50 Marine Binocular
Steiner Marine 7 x 50 mm Binoculars... clear, bright, powerful and field-rugged! Versatile, with astonishing optical performance, the Steiner Military / Marine Series. Featuring rugged construction like the legendary Steiner military models that have been selected by the US Army and over 40 other nations. Hunting, wildlife observation, boating... these are ready, and a great value. All in the series have a 10-year limited warranty, rainproof construction, and Steiner 20-yards-to-infinity Sports Auto-Focus system. You set the focus once and then everything from 20 yards out is in sharp focus, without further adjustment. Tech specs on the excellence: Fully multi-coated lenses and BAK-4 prism for outstanding brightness, glare-fighting and clarity; Fully waterproof, shockproof, fogproof; Tough rubber armoring; Field of view (F.O.V.) is 354' @ 1,000 yds. 22 mm eye relief; Come with web neck strap and lens covers; Weigh 37 ozs. Measure approx. 5 x 8 x 2 3/4". German-made Steiners are the gold standard in optics... order yours today at the best price going! Steiner Marine 7 x 50 mm BinocularsBig on performance and generous on economy, Steiner's 7x50 Marine binocular is ideal for both boaters and shore-bound users. The binocular is equipped with marine glass that's built to traditional Steiner navy/military styling, from its sharp and incredibly bright optics to the easy-to-grip exterior. The Sports-Autofocus system, meanwhile, puts everything into focus from 20 yards to infinity once calibrated to the user's eyes. Most importantly for boaters, however, is the binocular's waterproof and shockproof housing, which protects the optics should you accidentally drop the binocular into a body of water. Other details include BAK-4 prisms, fully multicoated optical surfaces, an easy-to-grip exterior, outstanding light transmission that peaks over 90 percent, and 20mm of long eye relief. The 7x50 Marine binocular--which comes with a web strap, a rain and spray guard for the eyepieces, and an attached objective lens cap--is backed by a 10-year warranty.
Specifications:
- Objective lens: 50mm
- Magnification: 7x
- Field of view: 354 feet @ 1,000 yards
- Eye relief: 20mm
- Dimensions: 8.2 by 2.8 by 5.2 inches (W x H x D)
- Weight: 37 ounces
Sports reviews of Steiner 7x50 Marine Binocular
Customer Review: Steiner Marine 7x50 binocular
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I bought these several years ago used/as new for $150 from a guy that traded up to the model with the compass. These are used 99% on my boat. Way to large for hunting.
Pros:
1) Focusing set-up is worth the price of admission. Set it and forget. Amazing. This single feature makes these worth owning.
2) Grippy rubber outer casing. Does not slide around on your helm station. Feels very secure.
3) Nice attached lens covers.
4) Very clear sight picture with very minor, very slight flare at the outer edges. You have to be VERY picky and experienced with fine optics for this to be an issue.
I notice it because I own several $600+ rifle scopes. Of course they are better; they cost 4 times as much! I have done an A/B comparison with the more expensive Military models and, for daytime usage, could not detect an appreciable difference. I am sure that what you are paying extra for in the Military model is 1. better lens coating 2. slightly more rugged internal construction.
5) These cannot be beat for the money.
6) Waterproof; but see cons
Cons:
1)Somewhat bulky.
2) Although I received mine sans case and strap, the stock strap is thin and sort of wimpy. I threw down for the $30 Steiner Floaty strap and it is real comfortable around your neck. Unfortunately it adds to your overall cost. It is an absolute necessity for marine use. It will float the binocular long enough to dive in and retrieve it after your kid drops it overboard!
Customer Review: Buy these binoculars. You won't be sorry.
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I ordered these binoculars for boating and it was like growing a new pair of eyes. The quality starts with the box they come in. The sports focus system is so easy to set and so useful compared to continually readjusting as with other binoculars that it makes using them a pure pleasure. You can find yourself just lost in gazing at one thing after another. The clarity is superb. The great light transfer into your eyes in low-light conditions makes you wish you had natural night vision. My pair has attached protective rubber caps to cover the glass when not in use. The warranty is great and be sure to register the serial number. The price offered by Amazon is on par with the lowest price I've been able to locate on the Internet, and a lot better than many.
The included strap will hurt you after a short while so do yourself a favor and buy a Steiner floating, cushioned strap (presently also available at Amazon). It will save your neck and keep them floating if you drop them overboard. Don't like the bright yellow or orange color? Wrap your favorite cloth over it.
This is a best buy. Happy viewing.
Customer Review: excellent low light performance
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I have the 7x50 Steiner Ralleye model, which appears to be identical to the Marine version. It is built like a tank and gives you a lot of confidence that it will hold up to abuse. In low light and night conditions this is an excellent performer. If you are using this is an area with a lot ambient light (such as a town) or moonlight, it will really bring a lot of detail out of the shadows and is a better choice by far then night vison equipment costing hundreds more. The 7x magnification is also a nice choice for avoiding lense shake. (I also have a pair of 9x40 Steiners, and that move from 7x-9x power is noticeable.) The 7x50 also allows you to better follow moving targets. The sport auto focus system works very well and the optics are excellent.
Edit: Oct 2009. I have acquired several other binos since this purchase and now primarily use a roof prism set of 10x40's as the weight is better and I wanted that little bit of extra power in the day light. However for low light and stability nothing beats these and they are still the best built pair I have. I would still recommend these.
Customer Review: Superb binoculars - Stunning image quality - Built like a tank
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
Last summer while visiting a friend in Germany I had a chance to try a pair of high-end Steiner binoculars. They completely reset my expectations of how good a binocular can be; the image quality was unbelievable. Unfortunately, they were the Commander series, which are way beyond my budget.
I'm so glad I discovered the Marine line of Steiner! They totally blow away anything else in the price range.
PROS -
* Incredibly bright and sharp image
* Made in Germany
* Very high quality construction
* Comfortable to hold
* Good eye clearance
* Nice carrying case included
* Waterproof
CONS -
* Heavy - over two pounds (doesn't bother me at all, but for some it might be a factor)
* Pretty large
* The neck strap is a little underwhelming, but it's functional
Steiner binoculars reinforce a view I've held for years: the Germans really know how to make lenses.
Don't even think about other brands if you're planning to spend $300 on binoculars. Get the Steiner!
Customer Review: These Binoculars are unbelievable!
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
'These Binoculars are unbelievable, Way Clear, gather light at night, Rugged and easy to grab and hang onto, They are quick to get your eyes on, and at night is where these babies shine. It is not uncommon for us to go air born while cutting across the back bays of the Texas coast. There is nothing immune from getting bounced & beat. Binoculars have had a short live span while in my possession in the past. I have been around a few Military type Binoculars in the past, and have a little background on the subject. Spent six years in the infantry, transferred out of the Army and went into the Navy SeaBees, to finish my 21.
My Brother-in-law is a Striper guide on Lake Texoma, He uses Nikon,
He could not believe the lesser price and the far better quality.
"I am 100% Satisfied with the Steiner 7x50 Marine Binoculars "