Are these binoculars durable, shock or water resistant?
259304
We took them on a 10-day African Safari and they worked great. Amazingly clear sharp images. Lots of bouncing around on dirt roads. Never rained so can't comment on waterproofing.
259305
These binoculars are durable since we have taken them in quite a few trips and they are still in great shape. I do not know if they are considered shock or water resistant. They do work great and my favorite thing about them is that they are light and compact so easy to pack and easy to carry!
1208951
The pair I have are as far as I know are waterproof and fog resistant. I have hunted with them in the rain and the snow, have taken them from below zero into a nice warm house with absolutely no problems. They still have a sharper picture than my brother's-in-law leupold binocs. Great product.
293712
Waterproof like a jacket .. If it rains your optic is good .. You drop in a lake kiss it good bye.
527064
I have not used these in rain or fog. I can tell you that I had a very hard time with the focus adjustment. I was almost impossible to get the two sides in focus at the same time. I know how to adjust the focus on binoculars, but the pair I received were not "user friendly." I don't wear glasses, so I can't respond to that.
1314679
Hi J,I own 2 units and would say that are waterproof in rain but not for diving.I really like the Virb.Regards, Scott
681908
water resistant. Keep in mind it is Gen 1 and DO NOT use in anything but very low light.
381364
Good question. I bought them for my wife who is an avid bird watcher and is also a little rough with handling delicate things. The optics are great and they are easy to use. Most important they have held up very well after a few months of use and banging about.
844612
Thewy are very light. I have shoulder issues and they are much lighter than my old binoculars.
2057641
The action 10-22X50 binoculars seems to be a little more rugged and durable. They are probably for those who will be out in the elements a lot such as hunting, hiking etc. The aculon will probably suffice if you are only going to be using them for light work such as monitoring the neighborhood for criminal activity, veiwing your son or daughter when they are graduating or something.
433137
Water resistant maybe? I have been caught in the rain with them and they still work but as far as "Proof" goes I cant say.
590697
I believe its water resistance. I have used this scope in the light rain, and in -10 weather. Didn't have an issue.
126643
Look for some that are a bit larger and "shock resistant" such as : Fisher-Price Kid Tough Explorers Binoculars . The pair you are asking about are breakable - while they are a good pair of binoculars, I am just not sure on how the will hold up if dropped a couple of times *which will happen with a 4 year old.
2210490
well, I've had a few binoculars before this pair of Bushnell's. They are waterproof and 10x42 gives you great depth of vision. I love them...
43415
I've not used them in that environment, use mostly for birding which is perhaps a more challenging use for binoculars. Thus I see no reason why they would not be very good for that. I do not think you would want greater magnification with narrower field of view because you have to move them quickly in that scenario. THese are very good overall, especially for the price. If it rains, the lenses have built in attached covers to keep them dry when not in use.
1323838
Good question, they are water resistant. I have taken them in hurricane weather however and the items were only moist after trip. Good bags for the price but if you want waterproof try the Ortleib brand.
851575
I would say water resistant, do not think they should go underwater, but in the rains... no problem,
1693014
I would say that they could withstand quite a bit of vibration, although the needles would be a little erratic but still readable. As for waterproof, they are not submersible but they certainly could get wet occasionally and still be ok. I think they would be fine to mount on your Harley.