Alpen Optics Black Tusk 8x42 ED

• 8x42 configuration: The combination of 8x magnification and a 42 mm objective gives this binocular a steady image, generous brightness and a wide enough view for scanning woodland, open country and moving wildlife.
• ED optical design: The Black Tusk 8x42 ED is built to reduce distracting color fringing, helping fine detail stand out more clearly against branches, rocks and high-contrast backgrounds.
• Wide field of view: With 141.00 m/1000m, it is easier to pick up birds in flight, follow game through cover and keep more of the scene in view without constant repositioning.
• Roof prism body: The Schmidt/Pechan roof prism layout keeps the binocular slim and easy to pack, while the single-hinge body gives a secure grip for long sessions in the field.
• Nitrogen-filled weather protection: Waterproof, fogproof construction and nitrogen filling help the binocular stay usable when conditions turn wet, cold or change quickly during hunting and general outdoor use.

About the Alpen Optics Black Tusk Series

The Alpen Optics Black Tusk series sits in the brand’s practical field-optics range for users who want a dependable hunting binocular or bird watching binocular without moving into the company’s more premium lines. In this family, the focus is on a balanced specification: useful magnification, weather-resistant construction and an optical system designed for everyday outdoor observation rather than specialist use alone. That makes the series well suited to hunters, hikers and wildlife observers who need one binocular that can cover a broad mix of terrain and light conditions.

Across the series, the design philosophy favors compact roof-prism handling, straightforward central focusing and field-ready durability. Models in this line are built to be easy to carry, quick to bring on target and comfortable to use over extended periods. The use of ED glass in the range is especially relevant for users who spend time glassing high-contrast scenes, where better control of color fringing helps preserve detail and contrast. Combined with fully multicoated optics, waterproofing and fogproof construction, the Black Tusk series is aimed at practical outdoor use where reliability, portability and a clear, relaxed view matter more than unnecessary complexity.

About the Alpen Optics Black Tusk 8x42 ED

The Alpen Optics Black Tusk 8x42 ED is the most versatile format in the series for general observation. Its 8x magnification is strong enough to reveal detail at distance while remaining easier to hold steady than higher-power binoculars, which is a real advantage when tracking game, scanning tree lines or following birds in motion. Paired with a 42.00 mm objective lens and a 5.25 mm exit pupil, it delivers a bright, easy view that remains comfortable in mixed light, from open daylight to the lower-contrast conditions often encountered at dawn or under forest cover.

The optical layout uses a Schmidt/Pechan roof prism design, which keeps the body trim and practical for carrying on long walks or in a chest harness. A 141.00 m/1000m field of view supports fast target acquisition and makes the binocular feel open rather than tunnel-like, which is especially useful for birding and for scanning broad areas efficiently. The ED optical system helps maintain cleaner edges around fine detail, while the fully multicoated lenses support contrast and image brightness.

In use, the binocular is set up for straightforward handling. The central focusing system allows quick adjustment as viewing distance changes, and the right-eye diopter adjustment with a - 5.0 / + 5.0 dpt range helps tailor the image to the user’s eyesight. The 703.00 g body remains substantial enough for stable handling without becoming overly burdensome, and the waterproof, fogproof, nitrogen-filled construction makes it a sensible choice for field conditions where temperature shifts and wet weather are part of normal use.

About Alpen Optics

Alpen Optics was founded by Tim Gardner in December 1996, and the company introduced its first products in 1997. Its history identifies Rancho Cucamonga, California as the company’s headquarters, and the brand has long focused on field optics for outdoor use. Alpen Optics builds a product range that includes binoculars, spotting scopes, riflescopes and thermal optics, giving it a broad base in hunting and observation equipment rather than a single-category focus.

Within binoculars, Alpen has developed several distinct lines, including Apex XP, Teton and Rainier. The company’s product development has included technologies such as BaK-4 prisms, PXA phase coating, HR metallic coatings and ED glass, depending on the series. In 2018, Explore Scientific acquired Alpen Optics’ trademarks and designs, continuing the brand under the same name for users looking for practical outdoor optics.

Main Features

• Product type: Standard binoculars
• Series: Alpen Optics Black Tusk
• Magnification: 8.00 x
• Objective lens diameter: 42.00 mm
• Prism type: Roof - Schmidt/Pechan
• Lens coating: Fully Multicoated
• Field of view: 141.00 m/1000m
• Field of view (angular): 8.06 °
• Exit pupil: 5.25 mm
• Close focus: 2.50 m
• Diopter range: - 5.0 / + 5.0 dpt
• Focusing system: Central
• Diopter setting position: Right eye-piece
• Body type: Single hinge
• Nitrogen filled: Yes
• Waterproof: Yes
• Fogproof: Yes
• Tripod adaptable: Yes
• Length: 138.00 mm
• Width: 132.00 mm
• Height: 50.00 mm
• Weight: 703.00 g
• Color: Green
• Made in: China

Warranty

This binocular is supplied with a 3-year warranty.