Opticron 30784 Explorer WA ED-R 8x32 Monocular, 43 mm*120 mm*50 mm

I had been using binoculars and this is my first mono. I bought it for my Pakistan trip since i didn't want to carry large binoculars to a tracking trip. This is an excellent-built, clear view monocular that i would suggest for anyone who doesn't want the carry heavy binoculars.

This monocular is worth every penny. Clear image, robust and waterproof. The ED version is what I purchased and it’s ideal. Big enough to let enough light in for low light use, small enough for a decent pocket and easy to operate. Yes the focus wheel requires patience as it’s slower to rotate than others but that’s really not an issue to me. Makes you feel it’s more sturdy than anything else. Hardly stops you operating it. Really pleased I bought this for wildlife use and the 8x magnification is more than enough to make it really useful. The case isn’t anything to get excited about but it does the job. Made a veg tan leather one for mine so the finished package is now complete. All I need to do now is not lose it like my last Opticron! If you’re lucky enough to be able to afford one, I certainly recommend getting one.

The monocular is simply super, I’m very pleased with the purchase and recommend it to everyone, the visibility is perfect, clear, the assembly is high-quality, the strap and case are of excellent quality.

The delivery was on time. The unit is lightweight and easy to use. The construction is high-grade. I suggest not going with the 10x42 because with the 8x42 it can already be a little shakey if you don't brace your arm. I struggled with this choice as there are so many units to choose from online. I am extremely satisfied with my final choice of the 8x42. It is light, has great magnification, no distortion, and excellent low-light visibility. The eye cap can be easily lost as it is not secured. I resolved this by threading the supplied strap through the eye cap and now it is secure. All in all a great high-quality unit.

It is a nice item and works well on sports events to have a closer look at small details.

Excellent optics. Extremely clear view, especially at night. I live near the airport so it’s great for the occasional plane-spotting, esp when there’s an airshow on. Well made, good quality. Slightly on the heavy side if in your pocket but apart from that and the stiff-to-turn focussing wheel, it’s great. Better than the Steiner bins that I have.