Field Issue 8x42 Binoculars

$259.00

Full-size binoculars for birding, travel, and long glassing sessions in wide-open terrain and low light.

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The Nocs Provisions Field Issue 8x42 Binoculars are built for people who want full-size viewing performance without carrying something that feels bulky or overbuilt. This is the step up for birders and outdoor travelers who need brighter images, better low-light performance, and more reach, whether they’re scanning alpine ridgelines, working open water, or settling in for a longer session behind the glass.

Nocs designed the Field Issue 8x42 to pack full-size optical power into a lighter, streamlined chassis, with a wide, immersive field of view and crisp detail from edge to edge. It’s waterproof, fogproof, tripod-compatible, and wrapped in impact-absorbing ToughWave™ Armor, so it’s made for real weather and real use. The built-in objective lens covers, twist-up eyecups, and compact-for-class build all make sense in the field—especially when the day starts before sunrise and doesn’t end until the light is nearly gone.

Optics

  • Power: 8x
  • Objective Lens: 42 mm
  • Exit Pupil Diameter: 5.4 mm
  • Field of View: 130 m @ 1000 m / 394 ft @ 1000 yds (7.5°)
  • Close Focus (Minimum Focal Length): 2 m / 6.6 ft
  • Relative Brightness: 27.56

Lens & Prism Construction

  • Number of Lenses: 6 pieces, 4 groups (per side)
  • Lens Coating Type: HiFi Fully Multi-Coated
  • Prism Type: Roof / Coated BaK4

Features

  • HiFi Fully multi-coated lenses deliver a bright, clear view with less glare and added durability—so what you’re looking at stays sharp, even after miles of use.
  • Premium BaK4 highest quality roof prisms made from high-quality optical glass produce truer color and better clarity, especially in low light when details matter most.
  • Rugged, impact-absorbing housing feels solid and natural in hand, with added grip to protect your binoculars when they inevitably take a hit along the way.
  • 42mm objective lenses gives this binocular better low-light performance and provides a more immersive experience with a wider field of view than the Field Issue 32mm.
  • Twist-up eyecups adjust easily for a comfortable fit, whether you’re wearing glasses or not.
  • Built in objective lens coverings provide ultimate protection from lens scratches no matter what you throw at them (or throw them off of).
  • Tripod Compatible: Yes

Weather Protection

  • Waterproof (IPX7) means they’re built to handle storms, splashes, and full submersion up to 1 meter for 30 minutes—because weather rarely asks permission.
  • Fogproof construction with nitrogen-filled chambers prevents internal fogging as temperatures and conditions change.
  • Waterproofing: IPX7 (1 m / 30 min)
  • Fogproofing: Nitrogen filled, o-ring sealed

Fit & Adjustability

  • Diopter System: ±3º
  • Eyecup System: Multi Stop Twist Up
  • Eye Relief: 20.4 mm / 0.8 in
  • Interpupillary Distance: 59 mm - 74 mm / 2.32 in - 2.91 in

Dimensions & Weight

  • Dimensions: 136 mm x 123 mm x 59 mm / 5.4 in × 4.8 in × 2.3 in
  • Height: 59 mm / 2.3 in
  • Weight: 571 g / 1.3 lb

Warranty & Compatibility

  • No-Matter-What™ Lifetime Warranty backs every pair, so you can roam farther, use them harder, and worry less about the rest.
  • Compatible Accessories: Nocloc Woven Tapestry Strap, Nocloc Approach Strap, Photo Rig, Tripod Adapter
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Field Issue 8x42 Binoculars

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