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Vortex Crossfire HD 10x42 Binoculars

MSRP: $199.99
$139.99
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SKU:
VOR3643120
UPC:
875874009851
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Vortex Crossfire HD 10x42 Binoculars

lightweight, high definition, great for hiking, hunting, outdoor recreation at a modest price point

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The Vortex Crossfire HD 10x42 binoculars cater to outdoor enthusiasts and hunters seeking a combination of performance and value. Engineered for clarity and usability, these binoculars are optimized for those who need to spot game or observe distant details without the burden of excessive weight or cost.

unters and nature observers often struggle to find binoculars that balance cost, weight, and optical quality. Many experience the frustration of either carrying heavy equipment or compromising on visual clarity. The Vortex Crossfire HD 10x42 binoculars resolve this by offering high-definition optics in a user-friendly and economically-priced package.

Features and Benefits:

  • High-Definition Optical System: Minimizes chromatic aberration while maximizing color fidelity and edge-to-edge sharpness.
  • Phase-Correcting Roof Prisms: Enhance true color, contrast, and light transmission for vibrant, clear viewing.
  • Comfortable Viewing: Generous 15mm eye relief and twist-up eyecups make the binoculars easy to use with or without glasses.
  • Durable Construction: Nitrogen-filled and rubber armored body ensure fog-proof and waterproof performance, plus a non-slip grip.
  • GlassPak Binocular Harness: Provides comfortable, hands-free carrying and quick binocular access during extended outings.
 

Emphasizing user experience without sacrificing quality, the Vortex Crossfire HD 10x42 boasts an array of features supporting its robust optical performance. With 10x magnification and 42mm objective lenses, these binoculars effectively bring distant objects into close view with stunning clarity. The lenses are fully multi-coated to increase light transmission, thus ensuring that the visible image is bright and acknowledges even minor details.

Vortex's phase-correcting roof prisms reduce internal light scattering, which enhances contrast and creates a more vivid, three-dimensional perspective. A sizeable linear field of view of 325 feet at 1000 yards allows for comprehensive observation of your surroundings without the need for constant repositioning.

The physical design includes a user-friendly oversized focusing wheel and textured diopter for easy adjustments. Whether it’s the early morning chill or a damp, foggy day, these binoculars maintain their reliability due to the waterproof and fog-proof construction. Twist-down eyecups serve to provide comfortable viewing sessions for both eyeglass wearers and non-wearers alike.

Special Features: The GlassPak binocular harness is a standout feature that comes with the Vortex Crossfire HD 10x42. This accessory is designed to be comfortable for extended periods, distributing the binoculars’ weight evenly across the upper body. The design allows for quick access to the optics, ensuring that users won't miss a moment of action.

User Comments:  A user whose review is featured on a retailer's site highlights the practical outcomes of these specifications: "5.0 out of 5 stars Bang for your buck," stating the image clarity and the overall quality feel like a high-end product without the expected weight, recommending these as undoubtedly sufficient for most needs."

Sum it up:  The Vortex Crossfire HD 10x42 binoculars represent sophistication in optics tailored for the practical observer who values both time in the field and the pure enjoyment of a clear view.

Specifications

Magnification 10x
Objective Lens Diameter      42 mm
Lens Coating XR anti-reflective
Construction Nitrogen filled
Eye Relief 15 mm
Linear Field of View 325 feet/1000 yards
Angular Field of View 6.4 degrees
Close Focus 6 feet
Interpapillary Distance 58-75 mm
Height 6.1 inches
Width 5.0 inches
Weight 23 oz

Manufacturer's Part Number:  CF-4312

photos courtesy of Vortex and alloutdoor.com

How does the Crossfire HD Compare to other Vortex Models?

  TRIUMPH HD CROSSFIRE HD DIAMONDBACK HD
MAGNIFICATION OBJECTIVE LENSDIAMETER 10x42 10x42 10x42
LINEAR FIELD OF VIEW(@ 1000 YARDS) 334' 325' 330'
ANGULAR FIELD OF VIEW 6.4° 6.2° 6.30
CLOSE FOCUS 15.3' 60' 50'
EYE RELIEF 17.0mm 15.0mm 15.0mm
INTERPUPILLARY DISTANCE 55mm - 75mm 58mm -75mm 55mm - 73mm
HEIGHT 6.1" 6.0" 5.7"
WIDTH 5.0"
5.2"
5.1"
WEIGHT 22.9 oz. 23.oz. 21.3 oz.
HO OPTICAL SYSTEM Yes Yes Yes
FULLY MULTI-COATED
LENSES
Yes Yes Yes
DIELECTRIC PRISM COATINGS N/A N/A Yes
PHASE CORRECTION N/A N/A Yes
ARMORTEK® N/A N/A Yes
RUBBER ARMOR Yes Yes Yes
TRIPOD ADAPTABLE Yes Yes Yes