Hawke Endurance ED 8x42 Binoculars - Green
The Hawke Endurance ED 8x42 Binoculars (Green) are a proper all-round outdoor optic that balances brightness, comfort, and sharpness really well. With 8× magnification and 42mm lenses, they give you a bright, steady image with a wide field of view that’s easy to use for tracking wildlife or scanning landscapes. The ED glass, phase-corrected BAK-4 prisms, and fully multi-coated optics help cut colour fringing and keep the view crisp and high-contrast. Waterproof, fog-proof, and rubber-armoured, they’re built for real field conditions—ideal for birdwatching, hiking, and general nature use when you want something reliable that performs well in mixed light.
-Nathan (Technical Advisor)
The Hawke Endurance ED 8x42 Binoculars in green are expertly engineered to deliver sharp, high-contrast images with exceptional clarity. Featuring Hawke’s advanced System H5 optical system and ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass, these binoculars reduce chromatic aberration to provide crisp visuals, even in challenging lighting conditions. The Fully Multi-Coated lenses and BAK-4 roof prisms enhance light transmission, colour fidelity, and detail resolution.
With a generous field of view of 399ft at 1000 yards (7.6°) and an apparent field of view of 61°, these binoculars are ideal for wildlife, birdwatching, or sporting events. A close focus of just 2m allows you to observe nearby subjects in stunning detail. Built for all-weather use, the rubber-armoured body is waterproof, fog-proof, and nitrogen-purged, making them a reliable companion in the field.
- Optical System System H5
- Magnification 8x
- Objective Lens 42mm
- Colour Green
- Lens Coating Fully Multi-Coated
- Field of View 399ft @ 1000yds / 133m @ 1000m
- Field of View (°) 7.6
- Apparent Field of View (°) 61
- Eye Relief 0.7in / 17mm
- Exit Pupil 0.21in / 5.3mm
- Eye Cups Twist-Up
- Eyecup Diameter 1.7in / 43mm
- Interpupillary Distance 2.2 – 3in / 56 – 75mm
- Close Focus 6.6ft / 2m
- Prism Type Roof
- Prism Glass BAK-4
- Prism Coating Silver Mirror Coating
- Diopter Type Right Eye
- Tripod Mounting Thread Yes (¼" – 20 UNC)
- Height 5.8in / 148mm
- Width 4.3 – 5in / 109 – 127mm
- Weight 24.9oz / 705g
- Extra-low Dispersion (ED) Glass reduces colour fringing for sharp images
- System H5 Optical Design enhances brightness and detail across the view
- Fully Multi-Coated lenses provide superior light transmission
- Silver-coated BAK-4 roof prisms offer edge-to-edge clarity
- Twist-up eye cups with position stops for custom eye relief and comfort
- Close focus distance of 2m lets you view intricate nearby details
- Rubber-armoured, high-grip body for a secure hold in all conditions
- Nitrogen purged, waterproof and fog-proof for reliable outdoor performance
- Tripod mountable for stable, extended viewing sessions
- Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty for long-term confidence
- Hawke Endurance ED 8x42 Binocular (Green)
- Instruction manual
- Lens cloth
- Protective pouch
- Protective carry case
- carry case strap
- Neck strap
- Objective lens covers
- Ocular lens covers
1. What magnification does it have?
It has 8× magnification, giving a stable, easy-to-hold view with a wide field of vision.
2. What size are the lenses?
It uses 42mm objective lenses, which help deliver a brighter image and better low-light performance than compact models.
3. What does ED glass do?
The Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) glass reduces colour fringing and improves sharpness and contrast for a cleaner, more natural image.
4. Is the image quality good?
Yes—fully multi-coated optics and phase-corrected BAK-4 prisms produce bright, sharp, high-contrast views with good detail.
5. Is it good for birdwatching?
Yes, it’s a very popular birding choice because the wide field of view makes it easier to locate and track moving birds.
6. Is it good in low light?
Yes, the 42mm lenses help it perform well at dawn and dusk, better than smaller 32mm or 25mm models.
7. Is it waterproof and fog-proof?
Yes, it’s nitrogen-filled and sealed, so it handles rain, humidity, and temperature changes without internal fogging.
8. How heavy is it?
It weighs around 700g, which is typical for full-size 8x42 binoculars.
9. Can it focus on close objects?
Yes, it can focus down to about 2 metres, useful for nearby wildlife and detail viewing.
10. Who is it best suited for?
It’s ideal for birdwatchers, hikers, and general outdoor users who want a bright, comfortable, and durable binocular that works well in most conditions.
- Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty
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