Nikon Ecobins 10 x 25 Binoculars [Environmentally Friendly Long-Distance Viewing]

What nature lover doesn’t want to do what’s right by the Earth whenever we can? That comes to the gear that we carry as much as the trash that we don’t leave behind. The latest in binocular optics from Nikon, the Ecobins, are sure to have you singing the praises of a close-up view along with the green construction materials.

The Nikon Ecobins 10 x 25 binoculars are made using lead-free optical glass, non-chloride rubber, environmentally friendly inks and dyes and the come complete with their own natural-fiber case. Free of both lead and arsenic, the multicoated Eco-Glass optics provide bright images and glare reduction. The BaK4 high-index prisms maintain a clear, crisp image while quick central focusing offers fast subject acquisition. The Nikon Ecobins have a close focus distance of 9.8-ft (3-m) that lets you study nature up close and personal. Just remember not to feed the bears. And if you happen to wear glasses, you can still get a great view with the 13mm long eye relief.

• Weight: 9.5 ounces
• Magnification: 10x
• Field of view @ 1,000 yds: 262-ft
• Exit pupil: 2.5 mmm
• Weather resistance: Yes
• Eye relief: 13 mm
• Added protection: Rubber armor
• Size: 4.5 x 4.2 x 2-in (11.4 x 10.6 x 5-cm)
• Relative brightness: 6.3
• Real angle of view: 5 degrees
• Apparent angle of view: 47.2 degrees
• Minimum focus: 9.8-ft (3-m)

The unit includes turn-and-slide rubber eyecups with multi-click adjustments and the nitrogen-filled and O-ring sealed construction offers waterproof, fogproof protection that’s sure to make you feel better when you’re trapped at base camp. You can get your own pair of Ecobins for $199.95 at www.rei.com.