Reviews - Bushnell PermaFocus 12x50 Porro Prism Rubber Armored Binoculars, Black, Box Pack 175012 Reviews - BU-BI-175012-BOX

Author: bikerljd (verified customer) from white lake, mi on Sep 10, 2010
Pros:  Ease of use-good proce
Cons:  none
Would recommend:  yes

bikerljd wrote:

Execellent binoculars for viewing wildlife in yellowstone. Don't have to focus.

Author: olderguy from Conroe, TX on Aug 29, 2009
Pros:  Simple to use, lightweight, no fuss
Cons:  Can't adjust if out of focus
Would recommend:  yes

olderguy wrote:

It ultimately went to my son, who thinks it is great. However, it was out of focus for me and at my age my eyes cannot accomodate enough. I have 20-20 vision so it isn't just me. For older people it is critical that the binoculars are exacly focused at the factory. Too bad there is not a fine focus adjustment on the eyepieces. But then it wouldn't be a Permafocus. I feel that these binoculars are best for younger people and may be ideal for them.

Author: disappointed from Houston, Texas on Aug 22, 2009
Pros:  Simple and lightweight for its size
Cons:  Factory focus was wrong, no way to adjust
Would recommend:  no

disappointed wrote:

I have a Jason Permafocus 7X35 that is a very good pair of binoculars for birdwatching beyond 50 feet. Bushnell took over Jason and I hoped that they were as competent in making these binoculars. I wanted more power so I went for the 12X50 model. Unfortunately, it is not properly focused and has chromatic distortion on the right side. Since there is no way to adjust the focus, it is useless and was a waste of money.

Author: KathyTenbusch from Minden City, Mi on Jan 22, 2008
Pros:  Focas always right for whoever uses them
Would recommend:  yes

KathyTenbusch wrote:

Love them. Have had a pair for approximately 5 years. Never have to adjust them, no matter who uses them. Bought several for Christmas presents.