Hawke Frontier ED X 8x42 Binoculars - Grey
The Hawke Frontier ED X 8x42 Binoculars (Grey) are a proper all-round performer built for bright, steady, and comfortable viewing in the field. With 8× magnification and 42mm lenses, they give you a wide, stable image that’s easy to use for scanning landscapes or following wildlife without image shake getting in the way. The ED glass, dielectric-coated BAK-4 prisms, phase correction, and fully multi-coated optics work together to deliver a sharp, high-contrast image with excellent colour accuracy and very low chromatic aberration. Built on a lightweight magnesium alloy chassis, they’re waterproof, fog-proof, and tough enough for real outdoor conditions—ideal for birdwatching, hiking, and general nature observation when you want a reliable, high-quality binocular that performs well in most situations.
-Nathan (Technical Advisor)
The Hawke Frontier ED X 8x42 Binoculars in Grey deliver exceptional optical performance, built for serious outdoor use. Featuring Hawke’s advanced H7 optical system, they provide stunning high-definition viewing with exceptional colour accuracy and phase correction, delivering crisp, detailed images across a wide field of view.
Equipped with Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass, these binoculars reduce chromatic aberration and eliminate colour fringing for sharp, true-to-life visuals. Dielectric-coated BAK-4 roof prisms and fully multi-coated lenses enhance light transmission, ensuring bright, vivid views from dawn till dusk.
With a 142m field of view at 1000m (8.1°) and a 65° apparent field of view, the Frontier ED X 8x42 provides an expansive perspective, perfect for tracking moving subjects and scanning wide terrain. A close focus of just 2 metres, combined with a comfortable 18mm eye relief and twist-up, replaceable eyecups, ensures easy, fatigue-free viewing even during long sessions.
Designed for tough conditions, it features a magnesium alloy chassis for strength without excess weight. Water-repellent lens coatings and a nitrogen-purged waterproof and fog-proof construction make these binoculars a reliable companion in any environment.
Finished in a sleek grey and supported by the Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty, the Frontier ED X 8x42 is the perfect balance of precision optics, robust design, and field-ready functionality.
- Optical System H7
- Magnification 8x
- Objective Lens 42mm
- Colour Grey
- Lens Coating Wide Band, Anti-reflection, Fully Multi-Coated Lenses with Water Repellent Coating
- Field of View 426ft @1000yds, 142m @1000yds, 8.1°, Apparent Field of View
- Eye Relief 0.7in / 18mm
- Exit Pupil Diameter 0.21″ / 5.3mm
- Eye Cups Twist-Up (Replaceable)
- Interpupillary Distance 2.2 - 2.9″ / 56 - 74mm
- Close Focus 6.6ft / 2m
- Prism Type Roof
- Prism Glass BAK 4
- Prism Coating Dielectric Mirror Coating
- Diopter Type Right Eye
- Tripod Mounting Thread Yes (¼" - 20 UNC)
- Height 5.5″ / 140mm
- Width 4.1 - 4.8″ / 105 - 123mm
- Weight 25.6oz / 725g
- Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass to reduce chromatic aberration and sharpen image detail
- H7 optical system for high-definition viewing with precise colour balance and contrast
- Dielectric-coated BAK-4 prisms for bright, clear images in varied light conditions
- Fully multi-coated lenses with wide band anti-reflection technology
- Water-repellent lens coatings to resist moisture, dirt, and smudging
- Magnesium alloy chassis, lightweight yet rugged for field use
- Twist-up eyecups with position stops, replaceable for long-term comfort and support
- Stay-on lens covers for protection and convenience
- Nitrogen purged, making them fully waterproof and fog proof for all-weather reliability
- Tripod mountable for stable viewing during extended sessions
- Backed by the Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty
- Hawke Frontier HD X 10x32 Binocular (Grey)
- Instruction manual
- Quality assured booklet
- Lens cloth
- Protective carry case
- Protective pouch
- Carry case strap
- Harness adaptors
- Neck strap
- Objective lens covers
- Ocular lens covers
1. What magnification does it have?
It has 8× magnification, giving a stable, wide view that’s ideal for tracking moving wildlife and scanning large areas.
2. What size are the lenses?
It uses 42mm objective lenses, which provide a good balance of brightness and portability for outdoor use.
3. What does ED glass do?
The Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) glass helps reduce colour fringing and improves sharpness, contrast, and overall image clarity.
4. Is the image quality good?
Yes—its phase-corrected BAK-4 prisms, dielectric coatings, and fully multi-coated optics deliver bright, detailed, high-contrast images.
5. Is it good for birdwatching?
Yes, it’s especially good for birding because the wide field of view makes it easier to locate and follow birds in flight or movement.
6. Is it good in low light?
Yes, the 42mm lenses help it perform well at dawn and dusk, better than smaller compact binoculars.
7. Is it better than 10× models?
It’s easier to hold steady and gives a wider view, while 10× models offer more reach but can feel shakier and more zoomed-in.
8. Is it waterproof and fog-proof?
Yes, it’s nitrogen-filled and fully sealed, so it resists rain and internal fogging in changing weather conditions.
9. How heavy is it?
It weighs around 692g, which is typical for a full-size 8x42 binocular with a magnesium chassis.
10. Who is it best suited for?
It’s ideal for birdwatchers, hikers, and general outdoor users who want a bright, easy-to-use binocular with a wide, immersive view and strong all-round performance.
- Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty
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