Bresser Pirsch 10x42 Binoculars

• 10x42 all-round format: The 10x magnification brings distant detail closer without making the binocular overly specialized, while the 42 mm objective size keeps the image bright enough for hiking, wildlife observation and general hunting use.
• Roof prisms with phase coating: The Schmidt/Pechan prism system keeps the body slim and easy to carry, and the phase coating improves contrast and image definition for a cleaner, more precise view in fine detail.
• Fully multi-coated optics: Multi-coated lens surfaces help preserve brightness and reduce distracting reflections, which is especially useful in mixed light and when scanning shaded woodland or open terrain.
• Waterproof, nitrogen-filled housing: The sealed construction helps the binocular cope with rain, damp air and temperature changes, while the nitrogen filling reduces internal fogging during cold mornings and wet-weather use.
• Eyeglass-friendly handling: With 15.95 mm of eye relief, adjustable diopter compensation and an open-bridge body, the binocular is easier to hold securely and more comfortable to adapt to different users.

About the Bresser Pirsch Series

The Bresser Pirsch series is designed as an all-round binocular range for users who need one optic for travel, hiking, hunting and general nature observation. Within the BRESSER lineup, Pirsch models sit as versatile roof-prism binoculars that combine practical field features with a more refined optical package than entry-level designs. The series includes both standard Pirsch and Pirsch ED models, giving users a choice between solid everyday performance and upgraded glass for stronger control of color fringing.

Across the range, BRESSER describes the Pirsch family as using phase-coated prisms and fully multi-coated lenses to improve contrast, brightness and image clarity in real outdoor conditions. The binoculars are also built around waterproof, gas-purged construction, which helps them stay dependable in wet weather and changing temperatures. Rubber-armored housings support a secure grip, while adjustable eyecups make the series suitable for eyeglass wearers as well as users who observe without glasses. In practice, the Pirsch line is aimed at people who want compact, field-ready binoculars with balanced optical performance rather than a model dedicated to only one narrow task.

About the Bresser Pirsch 10x42 Binoculars

The Bresser Pirsch 10x42 Binoculars are built around one of the most useful general-purpose configurations in outdoor optics: 10x magnification paired with a 42 mm objective lens. This combination gives enough reach for wildlife observation, birding and hunting optics use, while still remaining manageable for handheld viewing over longer periods. The 109.00 m/1000m field of view is wide enough for scanning and tracking movement, and the 2.00 m close focus also makes the binocular practical for nearby subjects on trails or at observation points.

The optical system uses roof prisms in a Schmidt/Pechan layout, which keeps the body slim and easy to pack, and the fully multi-coated lenses support a bright, clean image. Phase coating is a particularly useful addition in this class because it helps preserve contrast and fine detail, so textures, outlines and small movements are easier to separate in the field. With an exit pupil of 4.20 mm and a 15.95 mm eye relief, the binocular balances brightness and viewing comfort well, including for many eyeglass wearers.

Mechanically, the open-bridge design improves grip security and one-handed handling, while the central focusing system allows quick adjustment when moving between different distances. The diopter range of -4.0/+4.0 helps tailor the image to the user’s eyesight, with adjustment on the right eyepiece. A waterproof, fogproof, nitrogen-filled metal housing adds the kind of environmental resilience expected from a binocular intended for regular outdoor use in changing weather.

About Bresser

Bresser began in 1957, when Josef Bresser founded BRESSER Optik in Germany. The company is now headquartered in Rhede, Germany, and its product range covers telescopes, binoculars, microscopes and outdoor optics. That broad background is relevant here because Bresser has long focused on optical instruments for both observation and field use, rather than treating binoculars as a side category.

Over time, the company expanded into adjacent outdoor segments, adding trail cameras and rangefinders in 2011, while also continuing to develop its astronomy side with products such as the Messier telescope series. Bresser changed ownership in 1999 when Rolf Bresser sold the company to Meade Instruments Corp., and in 2009 Bresser GmbH was acquired by Rolf Bresser, Jinghua Precision Optics and managing director Helmut Ebbert. Today, the brand is known for offering a wide spread of optical equipment that combines practical field features with accessible, purpose-built designs.

Main Features

• Magnification: 10.00 x
• Objective lens diameter: 42.00 mm
• Prism type: Roof - Schmidt/Pechan
• Lens coating: Fully Multicoated
• Field of view: 109.00 m/1000m
• Field of view (degrees): 6.23 °
• Exit pupil: 4.20 mm
• Eye relief: 15.95 mm
• Close focus: 2.00 m
• Diopter range: -4.0/+4.0
• Focusing system: Central
• Diopter setting position: Right eye-piece
• Interpupillary distance: 57.00 mm - 76.00 mm
• Body type: Open bridge
• Housing material: Metal
• Nitrogen filled: Yes
• Waterproof: Yes
• Fogproof: Yes
• Length: 145.00 mm
• Width: 121.00 mm
• Height: 52.00 mm
• Weight: 640.00 g
• Colour: Green

Warranty

Bresser provides a 30-year warranty for this binocular. The warranty period matches the product’s stated coverage for the Pirsch 10x42 and gives long-term support for a model intended for regular outdoor use.

In the Box

• Binoculars
• Nylon case with shoulder strap and belt loop
• Broad, padded carrying strap
• Protective objective lens caps