Barska BlackBlackhawk 20-60x60 Waterproof Straight Spotting Scope w/Tripod, Soft Carry Case & Premium Hard Case

Barska BlackBlackhawk 20-60x60 Waterproof Straight Spotting Scope w/Tripod, Soft Carry Case & Premium Hard Case

from: Barska List Price: $232.25 Amazon.com's Price: $109.99 You Save: $122.26 (53%) as of 11/24/2009 04:46 EST Third Party New Price: Too low to display Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours This item ships for FREE with Super Saver Shipping. Binding: Electronics Brand: Barska EAN: 0790272976409 Item Dimensions:34015401000440 Label: Barska Legal Disclaimer: RIFLESCOPES, LASER SIGHTS AND ALL RINGS AND BASES ARE NOT ALLOWED FOR INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING Manufacturer: Barska Model: AD10350 MPN: AD10350 Publisher: Barska Release Date: March 01, 2006 Studio: Barska Features: Complete waterproof and fogproof protection for all weather conditions Variable zoom magnifications from 20x-60x for different applications with a glare reducing sun-shade Multi-coated optics and massive objective lens increases light gathering ability thus delivering brighter images in low light conditions Ergonomically designed with shock-absorbing rubber armor for maximum protection and enhancing overall handling Convenient and portable as includes tripod, soft carrying case and premium hard side aluminum case Related Items: Howard Leight R-01526 Impact Sport Electronic Earmuff Illustrated Manual of Sniper Skills Peltor 97079 Combat Arms Earplugs Bushnell Laser Boresighter Uncle Mike's Deluxe Range Bag see more Browse for similar items by category: Click to Display Editorial Review: Product Description: Setting the pace for design, dynamics and technical precision, Blackhawk soars high in ultimate performance. Engineered with unsurpassed optical performance and durability by those who understands the harsh hunting conditions scopes have to endure. Blackhawk is designed for the discriminating hunters who demand only the best. Be it a compact or a large scope that set your sights, Blackhawk is the best value in its class. Amazon.com Review: The Barska Blackhawk 60mm spotting scope is a terrific value because it offers very good optical performance in a compact and affordable package. The scope itself features waterproof design, multicoated optics, and a zoom eyepiece with magnification ranging from 20X up to 60X. The accessories include a light weight table-top tripod, a soft caring case, and a durable hard shell case that will allow the rubber armored scope to stand up to a lifetime of use. The Blackhawk 60mm spotting scope uses a multi-coated objective lens and rugged porro-prism design for bright, clear images. At 100 yards, I can clearly focus in on a target, even when I crank the magnification up to the maximum 60X. When I use the scope for wildlife spotting, the sweet spot seems to be about 30X magnification; 30X gives me an ideal combination of sharp images and a wide field of view, perfect for identifying Puffins and Pelicans along the coast. I also like the compact size and light weight of the Blackhawk 60. At only 14 inches long and weighing less than two pounds, the Blackhawk 60 is light enough to use a photo tripod such as the SLIK U-9000 in the field. Like other entry level spotting scopes, the Barska Blackhawk 60 uses an Achromatic objective lens, which means that some false color or blue fringing is noticeable at high power. I’ve been pleasantly surprised by the quality and value of the binoculars and spotting scopes imported by Barska the last few years. The Barska Blackhawk 60mm spotting scope simply offers very good optical performance for a very reasonable price. --Jeff Phillips Pros: Excellent price/performance ratio Very good Achromatic optics Waterproof design with rubber coating Premium hard shell case included Cons: Blue fringing noticeable at high power Limited eye relief for eyeglass wearers Customer Reviews Average Rating: Rating: - Good Spotting Scope fo the Money I bought this scope for sighting in my hunting rifles. I normally sight in at 100 yards, so this scope has all the range and resolution I need. If you need the clarity of Nikon or Leupold, this scope might dissapoint you. Also, the construction is good, but it feels light, and I would hate to drop it. Still, I was able to see very clear detail of my shots on papere at 100 yards, so this scope does everything I need it to. Also, it shipped with a nylon soft case, a small tripod, and a hard aluminum case. Overall, I am very happy with this scope. If you're looking for a nice servicable scope at an attractive price point, give the Larsak Blackhawk a look. Rating: - Pretty good scope for the price This scope is pretty good for the price. The one thing that's a bit hard is the eye relief - you have to get pretty close to the eye piece. If you wear glasses, this makes it a bit harder to use. I did find that if you remove your glasses, the eye relief is not a problem and the clarity is still excellent. I have used this scope for multiple purposes. Hiking as well as at the range and it has worked very well in both cases. The tripod is a bit light, but I have another sturdier unit that I use with it. I like the hard case as the quality is very good and can hold other items as well. Overall, I like the scope and would recommend it. Rating: - Great scope, great package at a great price I bought this scope to zero in my AR-15 at about 100-yards. It worked well, and I can see my bullet holes up to about 150-yards. Beyond that, I can focus on my target, but struggled to count the number of bullet holes. This scope is great for the $109 price, especially with the extras you don't get with the more expensive brands. And it held up well against my friend's expensive $450 Leupold (that he got without a tripod or hard case). Unfortunately I needed something strong (good up to 300-yards), and returned this scope for the Barska Benchmark 25-125X88 for $15 more. My advice, pick the magnification power that fits your needs and expectations. Then compare prices before comparing brands. Rating: - Great start for those in need of a decent spotting scope First off, good value for the price. The contents included are more than some of the competition. That said, the included tripod works fine although it isn't the best quality, it is quite sturdy and does the job on a bench table or tabletop. The scope's quality is good, optics are a 3.5 out of 5. I purchased this scope for the range and it was worked fine for 300 yards. I haven't had the opportunity to test it out at a range with more distance. The starting 20x is definately too much for close distances, so if you are thinking about using for close distances in the 5-15 yard range, I would look at another scope with a smaller starting magnification. The included hard case does a great job, it has plently of room for the tripod (if you unscrew the handle), scope, and extra items as well. Overall I like the scope as it did what it was suppose to do and it didn't cost enough to make you think twice about your purchase. Rating: - Bought for a gift I got this for my husband for Christmas. He thinks it's wonderful. I didn't know what I was buying but I read the other reviews for this item which helped me make my decision to buy this scope. So, I can only say that my husband says it's a really good scope. see more