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Bushnell Powerview 12x25mm Roof Prism Binoculars

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Bushnell Powerview 12x25mm Roof Prism Binoculars, Black, 131225
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Helpful Negative Review Beat out by $5.00 plastic kids binoculars by Major, November 4, 2015
Bought these for $20.00 to see wiring and fuses in industrial building maybe 50 feet away . Dim & hazy-looks like oil film on inside or between lenses. Bought $5.00 set at dollar store that work fine.
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Most Recent Reviews Just Ok by Legacy Reviewer, January 16, 2010
I bought them to see my targets at the gun range. They are ok but I have only used them for the 25 yard sighting in targets. I have to refocus every time i pick them up to look at my shot group. I mean 3 shots at the target look through binocs, 3 mor...
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Bushnell Powerview 12x25mm Roof Prism Binoculars has been discontinued by Bushnell and is no longer available. Our product experts have helped us select these available replacements below.You can also explore other items in the Binoculars & Accessories, Binoculars yourself to try and find the perfect replacement for you!

Product Info for Bushnell Powerview 12x25mm Roof Prism Binoculars

Bushnell Powerview 12x25 Roof Prism Binoculars 131225 belong to well-known Bushnell Powerview Binoculars series. High-powered magnification makes these popular pack-along binoculars for viewing wildlife. Travelers, nature observers and concert goers listen up: The PowerView series offers the largest line of Bushnell - quality, affordable binoculars. No matter what your purpose, you'll find a variety of magnifications, styles and sizes, and fully-coated optics for bright, vivid images.image

Specifications for Bushnell Powerview 12 x 25 Roof Prism Binoculars:

Power x Obj.: 12x25
Size Class: Compact
Focus System: Center
Prism System: Roof
Prism Class: BK-7
Lens Coating: FC
FOV, ft.@1000yds. / m@1000m: 240/80
Close Focus, ft./m: 25/7.6
Exit Pupil, mm: 2.1
Eye Relief: 10
Eyecups: Fold Down
Weight, oz./g: 11.3/320
Water/Fog Proof: No
Adapt to Tripod: No

Features of Bushnell Powerview 12 x 25mm Roof Prism Binoculars 131225:

  • Fully coated optics for superior light transmission and brightness
  • Contemporary styling
  • Non-slip rubber armor absorbs shock while providing a firm grip

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  • Bushnell Powerview 12x25mm Roof Prism Binoculars 131225

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Bushnell Powerview 12x25 Roof Prism Binoculars 131225c , MPN: 131225C , UPC: 029757131232 , Code: BU-BI-131225-CLAM
Bushnell Powerview 12x25mm Roof Prism Binoculars, Black, 131225 , MPN: 131225 , UPC: 029757131225 , Code: BU-BI-131225-BOX
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