Barska Blackhawk 12x25 Waterproof Compact Binocular

Product Review

Blackhawk takes your viewing to new heights. Like its namesake, the Blackhawk series soars high in performance. With their impressive features, these rugged roof prism binoculars perform extremely well in all-weather conditions. This series offers a wide variety of binoculars from compact to full-size models, making them the perfect companion to magnify your outdoor and hunting experience. 100% waterproof, the Blackhawk series stands out from other binoculars with their distinctive design and exceptional features like BAK-4 prisms for crisp images, optimum long eye relief, twist-up eyecups and much more.In addition to the family, Blackhawk hasMossy OakBreak Up Camouflage models to enhance your hunting experience. Backed by Limited Lifetime Warranty.

Product Features

O-ring sealed for complete waterproof protection and Dry nitrogen-purged and sealed to prevent fogging and moisture damage in all weather conditions
Fully coated optics for increased clarity with BAK-4 prism for crisp images
Non-slip and ergonomic design with shock-absorbing rubber armor, yet compact
Optimum long eye relief with fold down rubber eyecups
Ideal for all outdoor activities in all-weather conditions, and includes carrying case and neckstrap

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Customer Reviews

Average Customer Review

(17 customer reviews)

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful

Low priced with good optics - great for hunting., December 27, 2007

Kenny P (Pittsburgh, PA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Barska Blackhawk 12x25 Waterproof Compact Binocular (Electronics)

I believe these binoculars are a real bargain. For $30 you get a set of waterproof, rubberized, CLEAR, rough and tumble binoculars. These are great for hunting and the like. They fold and slip into a pocket. Perfect for the eastern outdoorsman that needs a sturdy set of binoculars for the woods. If you're in Montana, looking across a mountain peak 1000 yards away, these are not for you. But if you're in a tree stand looking at movement 60 yards away, buy them.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful

Good for the money, November 9, 2006

Robert Evans (Massachusetts) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Barska Blackhawk 12x25 Waterproof Compact Binocular (Electronics)

I'm a serious birder and own some good optics. I wanted a pair of high-power glasses to use in sea kayaking, where things are usually pretty far away. They had to be waterproof and inexpensive, as there are many opportunities for mishaps, in addition to simple salt water spray.

It's hard to give something like this a high rating, as the optics are not good, but for what I needed they are perfect. I take the manufacturers word for it that they are nitrogen purged, etc. They are heavy, which is a positive as it implies that they will be stable and not go out of alignment.

The only surprise is the close focus, of perhaps 20m. I have not used 12x bins before, so this may be typical. However, for my purposes this is no problem.

10 of 13 people found the following review helpful

Barska Blackhawk 12 x 25 WP Binocular, January 9, 2007

JOHN DUMONT (LOS GATOS, CA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Barska Blackhawk 12x25 Waterproof Compact Binocular (Electronics)

These are average binoculars with average optics suitable for occasional binocular users who don't have high expectations. Given that they are advertised as having fully multicoated optics and BAK4 prisms, I had hoped for better quality. But, heck, they're inexpensive and my grandkids have a ball with them. For far better optics I recommend the Nikon Travelite V binoculars for around $100. They're lighter and superior in every way.