Hawke Bo Vantage HD 8x42 Green

Hawke BO Vantage HD 8x42 Green: Follow wildlife across open ground

Follow birds as they move across a field or treeline with a broad view that keeps more of the scene in sight. The Hawke BO Vantage HD 8x42 Green is an 8x42 binocular for nature watching, with a field of view of 124 metres at 1,000 metres. Eight-times magnification brings distant subjects closer, while the 42mm objectives are the front lenses that gather light for viewing. The wide field is handy when scanning a reserve or trying to keep a moving bird in view rather than studying a single fixed point. At the other end of the range, the binoculars focus as close as two metres, so you can also look at nearby details in the garden. That mix gives the Vantage HD a useful span, from open landscapes to subjects close at hand. The green finish keeps the look understated outdoors. Its straightforward specification makes sense for a first pair of binoculars, and for anyone who wants a capable set for regular nature outings without moving into a more complex model. You get a clear set of figures to judge the view by: magnification, objective size and the stated field width. For birdwatching, that broad coverage is the detail worth noticing.

Viewing and Handling Features

• Fully multi-coated lenses: All lens surfaces receive multiple coatings, supporting increased light transmission. Hawke pairs this with a high-resolution phase-corrected prism coating for crisp detail and natural-looking colour, as described for the Vantage range.
• BAK4 roof prisms: The binoculars use roof prisms made from BAK4 glass. This optical arrangement keeps the body in a straight-through form, while the phase-corrected coating is specified to preserve detail through the prism system.
• Close focus from 2 metres: Focus on a nearby subject as close as two metres, a useful range for observing garden wildlife or details close to a viewing spot. It complements the longer-distance view for which 8x magnification is intended.
• Adjustable viewing position: The eyecups twist to adjust, and eye relief is 17mm. A right-eye dioptre adjustment is provided, so you can set that side of the view to suit your eyesight.
• Open-hinge body: The open-hinge construction uses a polycarbonate housing with rubber covering. The binoculars weigh 595g, a specific figure to bear in mind when choosing what to carry on a longer walk.
• Tripod socket: A 1/4"-20 UNC tripod thread is included. It gives you the option of attaching the binoculars to a suitable tripod when you want a fixed viewing position.

Good to know

The interpupillary adjustment range is 56–76mm, so the eyepieces can be set to match the distance between your eyes. The body measures 110–128mm wide and 145mm high; the width range reflects its adjustable form. These measurements, together with the 595g weight, are useful details to compare with the space in your bag and how you prefer to carry your binoculars.

What's Included

• Hawke BO Vantage HD 8x42 Green binoculars
• Lens cloth
• Two lens caps
• Eyepiece caps
• Pouch
• Carrying case with strap
• Neck strap
• Manual

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Hawke
• Model: BO Vantage HD 8x42 Green
• Type: Binoculars
• Magnification: 8x
• Objective diameter: 42mm
• Field of view: 124m at 1,000m
• Eye relief: 17mm
• Exit pupil: 5.3mm
• Minimum focus distance: 2m
• Prism system: Roof prism, BAK4 glass
• Prism coating: Hi-Res Phase Corrected
• Weight: 595g