A mid-priced 10x42 binocular built for backcountry hunting. It is a step up from entry glass, with better coatings for bright, low-glare views at dawn and dusk.
Specs
- Magnification: 10x; objective lens: 42 mm
- Field of view: 6 degrees; 314 ft at 1,000 yd
- Eye relief: 17 mm; exit pupil: 4.2 mm
- Close focus: 9.3 ft
- Interpupillary distance: 56-74 mm
- Length: 5.7 in; weight: 25 oz
- Optics: Elite Optical System, phase-coated roof prisms, fully multi-coated, DiamondCoat 2 and Guard-ion water-shedding lens coatings
- Body: open bridge, rubber armor, twist-up field-replaceable eyecups, built-in 1/4-20 tripod port
- Part #184761; maker price $599.99 (Oct 2026)
- Leupold lifetime guarantee
What reviewers say
Hunting writers rate the Gen 2 as a solid update to one of Leupold's best-selling binoculars. American Hunter notes it kept the open-bridge design and gained about an ounce over the original. Game & Fish calls it a sound set of essentials at a fair price, while admitting there are better and cheaper choices out there. Owners mention clear views out to the edge; one wished the strap posts left more room for accessories.
Good
- Bright, sharp image for the class
- Water-shedding lens coating
- Tripod port built in
- Lifetime guarantee
Not so good
- 25 oz is on the heavy side for a 10x42
- Retail prices vary widely; shop around
- Strong competition at this price
Who it's for
Hunters ready to move past budget binoculars for long sits and western glassing. Skip it if you rarely hunt at first and last light; cheaper glass will do.
Sources
Last checked 2026-10-19. Specs from the maker; review notes summarized in our own words.