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Precision Optics: Vortex Razor UHD Binoculars
A next-level optic, the Vortex Razor UHD Binoculars deliver crisper, clearer images under any conditions.
How Razor UHD Compare To Other Optics:
- Longer Abbe Koening Prisms to transmit more light.
- Advanced lens coatings enhance images in low-light and multi-layered coatings on the prism keep images bright and clear.
- Similar ergonomics to the highly popular Razor HD line of binoculars.
If you hunt nothing but thick timber, ignore this advice. You need a good set of binoculars. Clowning around with an inferior glass or going without, you’re fiddling with missed opportunities or hiking yourself into the ground in search of game. Either case, not good.
Vortex appears to have the answer, especially if you have your eye out for a step up from entry-level, with its new Razor UHD (Ultra High Definition) line of binos. Essentially, the optics have the same feel and look as Vortex’s existing Razor HD line, but have one major difference – it’s Abbe Koening Prisms. Longer than the previous version, they gather and distribute more light, thus deliver much clearer images. Though, the addition does raise the binoculars' weight ever so slightly. Still, whether for spotting game or hits and misses, the Razor UHD binos look to excel.
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There’s a new optical sheriff in town and it’s the Razor® UHD binocular series. The absolute pinnacle of optical performance, the all-new Razor UHD (Ultra High Definition) binoculars serve up views so stunning, you’ll have to literally see them to believe them.
Optically, ergonomically, aesthetically, these feats of modern engineering stand proudly atop Vortex’s extensive selection of binoculars. The premium, UHD apochromatic optical system, boasting phase corrected Abbe Koenig prisms, delivers the ultimate in resolution, color fidelity, depth of field, contrast and edge-to-edge sharpness. Lenses fully multicoated with Vortex’s proprietary XR Plus antireflective coatings guarantee maximum brightness and glassing confidence during critical low-light periods. Exterior lenses feature Armor Tek, an ultrahard optical coating that protects against scratches, oil and dirt.
The short-hinge magnesium chassis is lightweight, ultratough, and a pleasure to hold. Durable rubber armoring protects the housing and offers a nonslip grip – no matter the weather conditions. Incredibly comfortable twist-up eyecups with positive settings offer a range of eye relief options for customized viewing. Locking right-eye diopter. O-ring sealed and purged with argon gas for 100 percent waterproof/fogproof performance.
Each Razor UHD comes outfitted with a custom binocular harness for comfortable carry and protection from the elements.
Available:
·8×42 MSRP $2,099.99
·10×42 MSRP $2,149.99
·12×50 MSRP $2,299.99
·18×56 MSRP $2,449.99
Razor UHD Specs
18X56
Magnification: 18x
Objective Lens Diameter: 56 mm
Eye Relief: 18 mm
Exit Pupil: 3.1 mm
Linear Field of View: 194 feet/1000 yds
Angular Field of View: 3.7 degrees
Close Focus: 10 feet
Interpupillary Distance: 56-76 mm
Height: 8.3 inches
Width: 6.1 inches
Weight: 41.6 oz
12X50
Magnification: 12x
Objective Lens Diameter: 50 mm
Eye Relief: 17 mm
Exit Pupil: 4.2 mm
Linear Field of View: 288 feet/1000 yds
Angular Field of View: 5.5 degrees
Close Focus: 6.6 feet
Interpupillary Distance: 56-76 mm
Height: 7.6 inches
Width: 5.8 inches
Weight: 36.1 oz
10X42
Magnification: 10x
Objective Lens Diameter: 42 mm
Eye Relief: 16.7 mm
Exit Pupil: 4.2 mm
Linear Field of View: 346 feet/1000 yds
Angular Field of View: 6.6 degrees
Close Focus: 4.5 feet
Interpupillary Distance: 56-76 mm
Height: 7 inches
Width: 5.6 inches
Weight: 32.2 oz
8X42
Magnification: 8x
Objective Lens Diameter: 42 mm
Eye Relief: 16.7 mm
Exit Pupil: 5.25 mm
Linear Field of View: 420 feet/1000 yds
Angular Field of View: 8 degrees
Close Focus: 4.5 feet
Interpupillary Distance: 56-76 mm
Height: 7 inches
Width: 5.6 inches
Weight: 32.2 oz
For more information on the Razor UHD line, please visit www.vortexoptics.com.
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