Meade 60mm Kestrel, Water Proof Spotting Scope with 15x - 45x Zoom Eyepiece

Product Description:

The new Meade Kestrel combines precision optical design, lightweight portability and premium-quality construction in a spotting scope that will withstand even the harshest conditions. Designed for the serious birder and outdoor enthusiast, Meade's new Kestrel spotting scopes deliver sharp, crystal clear images required for long-range viewing. All Kestrel spotting scopes are constructed from lightweight polycarbonate and then rubber armor covered for a lifetime of use
Product Details
  • Feature:
  • Multi-coated Lenses and BaK-4 Prisms: All Kestrel spotters feature high-index BaK-4 prisms and high-quality, precision ground lenses that are multi-coated to provide optical performance that is equal to, or better than, any spotting scope in its class.
  • Polycarbonate Construction: All Kestrel spotting scopes are manufactured from lightweight polycarbonate which reduces overall weight and makes them extremely rugged and durable.
  • Rubber Armor Covered: A rugged rubber armor covering quiets down those bumps and protects your Kestrel spotting scope from abrasions and damage from regular use.
  • Waterproof, Fogproof & Nitrogen Purged: All Kestrel spotting scopes are waterproof, fogproof, and nitrogen purged to ensure many years of performance.
  • Built-In Sliding Sunshade: Each Kestrel spotting scope features a sliding sunshade that is built-in to the objective lens of the scope to further reduce glare.
  • Binding: Electronics
  • Brand: Meade
  • Label: Meade
  • Manufacturer: Meade
  • Model: 81000
  • MPN: 81000
  • PackageQuantity: 1
  • ProductGroup: Photography
  • ProductTypeName: BINOCULAR
  • ProductTypeSubcategory: spotting-scopes
  • Publisher: Meade
  • Studio: Meade

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