Maven B1.2 Binocular 10x42

• 10x42 configuration: This format gives the Maven B1.2 Binocular 10x42 the reach needed for hunting, bird watching, and general wildlife observation while keeping the image steady enough for extended glassing.
• ED glass and Schmidt-Pechan prisms: The optical system is built to improve contrast, control color fringing, and preserve detail, which helps when picking out feather detail, antler points, or animals in mixed light.
• 94.50% light transmission: High transmission supports a bright, usable image in the first and last minutes of the day, when game movement and bird activity are often at their highest.
• Magnesium single-hinge body: The magnesium frame keeps weight to 760.00 g while maintaining a solid feel, making the binocular easier to carry all day without giving up durability.
• Waterproof, fogproof construction: Nitrogen filling and sealed construction help the binocular stay clear and reliable when moving between temperatures or working in rain, cold, and damp field conditions.

About the Maven B1.2 Series

The Maven B1.2 belongs to Maven’s B Series, which the company positions as its elite line of optics. Within that family, the B1.2 is the classic full-size binocular option, offered in 8x42 and 10x42 formats for users who want a versatile field binocular rather than a specialist compact or high-magnification model. It is aimed at hunting, birding, and general wildlife viewing, where a binocular must balance brightness, field performance, and portability.

The series builds on the original B.1 concept with a revised design that combines extra-low-dispersion glass, Schmidt-Pechan prisms, and phase-correction coatings. In practical use, that combination is intended to improve clarity, contrast, and color fidelity while keeping the body compact enough for everyday carry. The magnesium frame supports a lighter, more durable structure than heavier traditional housings, and the waterproof, fog-proof construction suits year-round outdoor use. In Maven’s lineup, the B1.2 stands as the premium all-round binocular for users who want a full-size optic with strong low-light capability and a broad enough feature set to move easily between woodland, open country, and long days behind glass.

About the Maven B1.2 Binocular 10x42

The Maven B1.2 Binocular 10x42 is the higher-magnification version of the B1.2 platform, built for users who want more reach without stepping into the extra size and weight of larger objective binoculars. 10x magnification helps when scanning distant slopes, identifying birds at longer range, or checking detail across open ground, while the 42.00 mm objective lenses keep the binocular practical for all-day carry. The result is a format that suits mixed terrain well, especially where observation distances vary through the day.

Its optical design combines ED glass, fully multicoated lenses, and a Roof - Schmidt/Pechan prism system to support a bright, high-contrast image with controlled chromatic aberration. The stated 94.50% light transmission and 4.20 mm exit pupil help maintain image brightness in subdued light, while the 120.00 m/1000m field of view remains wide enough for tracking moving animals or birds. An 18.10 mm eye relief is useful for eyeglass wearers, and the 1.24 m close focus adds flexibility for nearby subjects such as insects, feeder birds, or detail work in dense cover.

Mechanically, the binocular uses a magnesium body with a single hinge layout that keeps handling straightforward and secure. The central focusing system allows quick adjustment from near to far, while the right-eyepiece diopter helps fine-tune the view to the user’s eyesight. Waterproof and fogproof construction, nitrogen filling, tripod adaptability, and a working temperature range of - 25°C / +60°C make this a practical hunting binocular and bird watching binocular for demanding outdoor conditions.

About Maven

Maven Outdoor Equipment Company was founded in 2013 in Lander, Wyoming. The company is a United States optics brand that designs and sells binoculars, spotting scopes, riflescopes, rangefinders, and monoculars, with a business model centered on selling directly to consumers. Within its binocular range, Maven separates its lines clearly: B Series binoculars use Japanese-produced glass and magnesium frames, while the C Series uses polymer frames.

For products in the B and S families, Maven uses Japanese components and has them assembled in a military-standard facility in San Diego, with inspection and testing carried out at its Lander headquarters. That background is relevant to the Maven B1.2 Binocular 10x42, because it places the model in the company’s premium optical tier, where the focus is on stronger mechanical construction, refined glass quality, and careful quality control for serious field use.

Main Features

• Magnification: 10.00 x
• Objective lens diameter: 42.00 mm
• Prism type: Roof - Schmidt/Pechan
• Lens coating: Fully Multicoated
• Field of view: 120.00 m/1000m
• Field of view (degrees): 6.88 °
• Apparent field of view: 68.80 °
• Exit pupil: 4.20 mm
• Eye relief: 18.10 mm
• Close focus: 1.24 m
• Diopter range: +/-3
• Focusing system: Central
• Diopter setting position: Right eye-piece
• Interpupillary distance: 56.00 mm - 74.00 mm
• Light transmission: 94.50
• Twilight factor: 20.49
• Relative brightness: 17.6
• Housing material: Magnesium
• Length: 144.00 mm
• Width: 132.00 mm
• Height: 56.00 mm
• Weight: 760.00 g
• Body type: Single hinge
• Gas purging: Nitrogen
• Working temperature range: - 25°C / +60°C
• Waterproof: Yes
• Fogproof: Yes
• Tripod adaptable: Yes

Warranty

Maven provides a 10 years warranty for this binocular.

In the Box

• Neoprene neck strap
• Lens caps
• Double-layered microfiber storage bag