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Vortex Optics Diamondback Classic Binoculars 10x42

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10x42
Brand Vortex
Age Range (Description) Adult
Special Feature Fog Proof
Objective Lens Diameter 42
Magnification Maximum 10

About this item

  • Roof prism full-size 10x42 binoculars provide 10x magnification through a 42mm objective lens.
  • VIP Unconditional Lifetime Warranty means Vortex Optics will fix or repair at no cost to the customer, no questions asked.
  • Multi-coated optics and phase corrected prisms
  • Waterproof and fogproof protection
  • Rainguard, tethered objective lens covers, comfort neck strap, and deluxe custom-molded carry case included in the box. Field of View: 345 feet/1000 yards|6.6 degrees
  • Close Focus: 5 feet
  • Objective Lens Diameter 42 mm
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Customer Ratings
Value for money
4.7
4.8
4.8
4.7
4.5
4.7
Light weight
4.6
4.6
4.6
4.3
4.4
Easy to use
4.8
5.0
5.0
Sheerness
4.6
4.6
4.7
Picture quality
4.8
4.5
4.8
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field of view
345 feet
334 feet
293 feet
271 feet
409 feet
focus type
Center Focus
Center Focus
Center Focus
Center Focus
Center Focus
Center Focus
apparent angle of view
6.6 degrees
6.4 degrees
52.1 degrees
5.2 degrees
7.8 degrees
lens coating
Multi-Coated
Fully Multi-Coated
Fully Multi-Coated
Fully Multi-Coated
Fully Multi-Coated
eye relief
16 millimeters
17 millimeters
17 millimeters
18.4 millimeters
14 millimeters
18 millimeters
exit pupil diameter
4.2 millimeters
4.2 millimeters
5.25 millimeters

Product Description

vortex hunting shooting

What's in the box

  • Binoculars, Rainguard Eyepiece Cover, Tethered objective lens covers, Comfort neck strap, Deluxe custom-molded carry case
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    4.8 out of 5 stars
    4.8 out of 5
    1,084 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the quality, clarity, value, and size of the binoculars. For example, they mention that it's well built, clear, and sharp. They appreciate the weight and size, saying that it’s light enough to hold with one hand. Customers are also impresseded with the adjustability, saying it’ll focus smoothly and easily.

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    186 customers mention180 positive6 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the quality of the binoculars. They mention that they are well built, have great optics, and the workmanship of the product is excellent. Overall, customers are happy with the product's quality and durability.

    "...Color: Absolutely true color came back to us through the lens* Ruggedness: The rubberized armor coating helps make them tough, but also makes..." Read more

    "...It has a very comfortable rubberized feel yet very solid and has a hefty weight to it. The thing feels like a tank and can take a beating...." Read more

    "...They are a good size, with good light and magnification, a pleasure to use. They are well designed, high quality, and fairly priced...." Read more

    "...The Diamond Backs have a very rugged look and feel them. They are light and feel good in the hand...." Read more

    157 customers mention153 positive4 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the clarity of the binoculars. They mention that the view is clear and sharp, with crystal clear clarity. The optics clarity is superb, and the bins can see very far and clear. The quality of viewing is good, and it allows viewing of distant animals with clarity and stability.

    "This binocular from Vortex has very clear glass, the eyepieces have great eye relief (16mm) and the right-eye diopter placement worked absolutely..." Read more

    "...I found the performance of this binocular to be superior. Clarity, color accuracy, focus...it has everything for which one could ask or expect,..." Read more

    "...but i was supprised to find out that this Vortex model had a wider feild of view compared to its competitors in the same price range...." Read more

    "...The case that comes with the DBs is a soft shell clam type case. It looks nice but may be a bit harder to stow if your needing space because its..." Read more

    122 customers mention122 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the value of the binoculars. They mention that they are well worth the price, very clear, and have good quality for the price. Some say that the performance is awesome and that they don't need to buy more expensive optics.

    "...This binocular has a fantastic price-to-value ratio and you really have to spend some time comparing it to other units in order to gain full..." Read more

    "...Can't say enough good things about this bino. Well worth the money." Read more

    "...They are well designed, high quality, and fairly priced.I guess you can tell that I am impressed. You will be too." Read more

    "...Nikon Monarch 5 is more expensive, but I feel like the extra quality was worth the cost...." Read more

    53 customers mention47 positive6 negative

    Customers like the size of the binocular. They mention that it is fairly compact, not too heavy, and easy to zoom in. Some say that it's light enough to hold with one hand.

    "...Temps ranged from 68 to 16 on our test days* Design: Outstanding compact size, easily adjusting to the distance between my eyes, with controls..." Read more

    "...I like the size of this binocular; it's fairly compact. The crosshatch in the rubber skin makes it easy to grip...." Read more

    "...It has a very comfortable rubberized feel yet very solid and has a hefty weight to it. The thing feels like a tank and can take a beating...." Read more

    "...They are a good size, with good light and magnification, a pleasure to use. They are well designed, high quality, and fairly priced...." Read more

    31 customers mention27 positive4 negative

    Customers like the adjustability of the binoculars. They mention that it's lightweight, easy to adjust/focus, and has a smooth focal adjustment. Some appreciate the eye relief adjustment and the diopter adjustment. Overall, most are happy with the adjust ability of these binos.

    "...Design: Outstanding compact size, easily adjusting to the distance between my eyes, with controls that are easy to reach and use*..." Read more

    "...Clarity, color accuracy, focus...it has everything for which one could ask or expect, certainly at this price point...." Read more

    "These are great binoculars. Focusing is quick and easy and they seem to stay in focus between uses...." Read more

    "Great weight. Excellent glass. Comes with nice case. Easy to focus, crip view" Read more

    29 customers mention29 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the light of the binoculars. They mention that it has good light and magnification, and the light gathering ability is far beyond what they expected. The view is bright, clear, and razor-sharp, making it great for hunting in low light conditions. The binos are not light weight, but not too heavy to use all day. They also say that the optics are great in all lighting conditions.

    "...They are a good size, with good light and magnification, a pleasure to use. They are well designed, high quality, and fairly priced...." Read more

    "...The Diamond Backs have a very rugged look and feel them. They are light and feel good in the hand...." Read more

    "...You get what you pay for! Bright, crystal Clear clarity like I had never seen in a pair of binoculars before...." Read more

    "...The clarity is exceptional and the light gathering ability is far beyond what I expected...." Read more

    26 customers mention26 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the warranty provided by the binoculars. They mention that it covers them for lifetime, it's unconditional, and it'd be well worth the money. Some say that the warranty is a great deal and that it'll be transferable.

    "...The unconditional warranty is refreshing in this day of very limited warranties on practically everything...." Read more

    "...Diamondback binoculars over other manufacturers is their unconditional lifetime warranty...." Read more

    "...But I do know that the warranty with the Vortex company is unbeatable. They stand behind their products better than any other company I have seen...." Read more

    "...They have the best warranty in the business. The view is clear and sharp...." Read more

    19 customers mention16 positive3 negative

    Customers find the binocular easy to use, convenient, and lightweight. They appreciate the controls that are easy to reach and use. Customers also mention that the diopter setting is a cinch to dial in.

    "...This binocular seems well built and easy to use, and has worked very well for me.Highly recommended. Go for it...." Read more

    "...The diopter setting was a cinch to dial in and I did not have to readjust once done...." Read more

    "...They are a good size, with good light and magnification, a pleasure to use. They are well designed, high quality, and fairly priced...." Read more

    "...Throughout the day I was continually amazed at the clarity and ease of use...." Read more

    From disappointment to...WOW!
    5 Stars
    From disappointment to...WOW!
    This review is for the second binocular I received, the first one having been purchased from OpticsPlanet and this one a replacement for the original coming directly from Vortex.The first binocular was bad, real bad, as confirmed by Vortex. Hey, it happens. Anything mass produced is bound to have a lemon once in a while. I just happened to get one. In addition I will go so far as to say I suspect the original binocular was a return to OpticsPlanet which of course was subsequently resold. Certainly I can't prove that, but given all the other trouble I had with OpticsPlanet I would strongly advise anyone to avoid purchasing through them.There is very good news to report about the replacement from Vortex; this is one damn fine binocular! I was pleasantly shocked when I finally had a chance to give this thing a workout, as it were.The first thing I noticed was how sensitive the focus is. I consider this to be a good thing; I hardly mind having to readjust the focus as often as I did and got used to it quickly. The diopter setting was a cinch to dial in and I did not have to readjust once done.Image clarity is excellent, with only the slightest chromatic aberration. You practically have to be looking for it; I first tried this binocular late in the afternoon, looking at mountains perhaps 2 miles away. Between the light at that time of day and the colors of the mountains (mostly medium to dark brown) a lesser binocular would have shown its true colors, pun more or less intended. I expect you make out a rabbit bounding through the brush at well over a mile with this.I like the size of this binocular; it's fairly compact. The crosshatch in the rubber skin makes it easy to grip. Overall the binocular feels good in the hands. The neck strap is comfortable and should be plenty sturdy. I also appreciate that it comes with thick rubber covers for both the ocular and objective lenses. You can loop the neck strap through the ocular lens cover; one side of the cover has a break in the loop, making it easy to get it out of the way. The carrying case is nice, if a bit on the large side. You won't have any trouble putting the binocular back in its case and won't have to stuff the neck strap into a tight fit.I found the performance of this binocular to be superior. Clarity, color accuracy, focus...it has everything for which one could ask or expect, certainly at this price point. Best of luck finding anything that compares without rapidly moving toward 4 figures.One other thing absolutely must be stated: the customer service I received from Vortex is as good as I've ever seen. The only thing they could have done to make it better would have been to hop on a plane and hand deliver my replacement unit. The CSR I dealt with was exceptionally helpful and quite prompt in replying to me each time I wrote. If you have a problem with a Vortex product, do not hesitate to contact them directly.Unfortunately Vortex cannot sell directly to the end user at this time. If they did I would in the future buy from them with no regard to any discount off MSRP I might get on Amazon. Even so, I stress again that if you have problems or questions, contact them.This binocular will remain my favorite for a long time to come. Highest praise for Vortex, and boo-hiss for OpticsPlanet.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars From disappointment to...WOW!
    Reviewed in the United States on January 15, 2012
    This review is for the second binocular I received, the first one having been purchased from OpticsPlanet and this one a replacement for the original coming directly from Vortex.

    The first binocular was bad, real bad, as confirmed by Vortex. Hey, it happens. Anything mass produced is bound to have a lemon once in a while. I just happened to get one. In addition I will go so far as to say I suspect the original binocular was a return to OpticsPlanet which of course was subsequently resold. Certainly I can't prove that, but given all the other trouble I had with OpticsPlanet I would strongly advise anyone to avoid purchasing through them.

    There is very good news to report about the replacement from Vortex; this is one damn fine binocular! I was pleasantly shocked when I finally had a chance to give this thing a workout, as it were.

    The first thing I noticed was how sensitive the focus is. I consider this to be a good thing; I hardly mind having to readjust the focus as often as I did and got used to it quickly. The diopter setting was a cinch to dial in and I did not have to readjust once done.

    Image clarity is excellent, with only the slightest chromatic aberration. You practically have to be looking for it; I first tried this binocular late in the afternoon, looking at mountains perhaps 2 miles away. Between the light at that time of day and the colors of the mountains (mostly medium to dark brown) a lesser binocular would have shown its true colors, pun more or less intended. I expect you make out a rabbit bounding through the brush at well over a mile with this.

    I like the size of this binocular; it's fairly compact. The crosshatch in the rubber skin makes it easy to grip. Overall the binocular feels good in the hands. The neck strap is comfortable and should be plenty sturdy. I also appreciate that it comes with thick rubber covers for both the ocular and objective lenses. You can loop the neck strap through the ocular lens cover; one side of the cover has a break in the loop, making it easy to get it out of the way. The carrying case is nice, if a bit on the large side. You won't have any trouble putting the binocular back in its case and won't have to stuff the neck strap into a tight fit.

    I found the performance of this binocular to be superior. Clarity, color accuracy, focus...it has everything for which one could ask or expect, certainly at this price point. Best of luck finding anything that compares without rapidly moving toward 4 figures.

    One other thing absolutely must be stated: the customer service I received from Vortex is as good as I've ever seen. The only thing they could have done to make it better would have been to hop on a plane and hand deliver my replacement unit. The CSR I dealt with was exceptionally helpful and quite prompt in replying to me each time I wrote. If you have a problem with a Vortex product, do not hesitate to contact them directly.

    Unfortunately Vortex cannot sell directly to the end user at this time. If they did I would in the future buy from them with no regard to any discount off MSRP I might get on Amazon. Even so, I stress again that if you have problems or questions, contact them.

    This binocular will remain my favorite for a long time to come. Highest praise for Vortex, and boo-hiss for OpticsPlanet.
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    Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2012
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