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Nikon Trailblazer ATB Waterproof 8 x 25 Binoculars
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Nikon Trailblazer ATB Waterproof 8 x 25 Binoculars

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The all-purpose Trailblazer ATB™ compact binoculars have multi-coated lenses and offer waterproof and fogproof performance.

  • Ergonomic styling is mated with a rubber-armored exterior, providing added shock resistance and a firm grip whether wet or dry
  • All lens and prism elements incorporate Nikon-exclusive Eco-Glass made without the use of arsenic or lead
  • All lenses are coated with multiple layers of anti-reflective compounds for excellent light transmission
  • Large, central focus wheel and adjustable diopter make focus easy to achieve and maintain, even while wearing gloves
  • Turn-and-slide rubber eyecups, complemented by long eye relief, allow the binoculars to be used comfortably by eyeglass wearers
  • Wide field of view makes them great for bird watching, travel, sports spectating and nearly any outdoor adventure

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Nikon Trailblazer ATB Waterproof 8 x 25 Binoculars Specs

Specification

Description

Weight9.9 ounces
Magnification8x
Field of view @ 1,000 yds429 feet
Exit pupil3.1 millimeters
Weather resistanceWaterproof/fogproof
Eye relief10 millimeters
Added protectionRubber armor
Size4.5 x 4.1 x 1.7 inches
Relative brightness9.6
Real angle of view8.2 degrees
Apparent angle of view65.6 degrees
Minimum focus8.2 feet

Nikon Trailblazer ATB Waterproof 8 x 25 Binoculars Customer Reviews

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Nikon Trailblazer ATB Waterproof 8 x 25 Binoculars
 
4.2

(based on 5 reviews)

80%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Compact (4)
  • Quality lenses (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Bird watching (3)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Casual adventurer (3)

    Reviewed by 5 customers

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    Sep

    29

    2007

    (26 of 26 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Exactly what I was looking for.

    By Donald

    from Twin Cities, MN

    About Me Birder, Casual/ Recreational

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Close Focus
    • Compact
    • Quality Lenses
    • Strong Construction
    • Works Well With Glasses

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Bird Watching

      Comments about Nikon Trailblazer ATB Waterproof 8 x 25 Binoculars:

      Excellent product for the price. Superior brightness factor makes a noticeable difference at dawn and dusk.

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (26 of 26 customers found this review helpful)

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      Mar

      27

      2009

      (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Revising My Earlier Review

      By earthtrekker

      from Asheville, NC

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            Comments about Nikon Trailblazer ATB Waterproof 8 x 25 Binoculars:

            OK. I am eating my words-my opinion. I did trade back my new-purchased Nikon Trailblazer 8x25 and bought the Pentax DCF MCII also an 8x25, and suddenly I liked the Nikon Trailblazer much better than when I wrote my first review. Hence, this amendment. An especial strong and missed feature of the Nikon was the superbly wide field! The Pentax center focus knob is tight, which I like, but with these binoculars it’s like peering through a toilet paper roll. On the other hand, the Nikon Trailblazer is like looking through… two larger toilet paper rolls with some overlap. Much better. The Pentax is a great tool, but the center focus play in the Nikon now sinks into insignificance. I have happily repurchased a Nikon 8x25 from REI and also am keeping the Pentax. Simple solution, if expensive, to the lack of perfection in both. But since there will be four persons in our AK summer party, with two magnifying double oculars we won’t have to wait in line as much for general wildlife viewing. Also, the Nikon is said to be waterproof to a much greater extent than the Pentax. To make up for my low initial rating and to give a fairer average, I’m giving the Nikon Trailblazer 8x25 five stars.

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            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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            May

            9

            2009

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            Who wants NASA like vision

            By Lord Dolza

            from Austin Texas

            About Me Avid Adventurer

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Close Focus
            • Compact
            • Lightweight
            • Quality Lenses
            • Steal of a price
            • Waterproof

            Cons

            • A more durable case

            Best Uses

            • Bird Watching
            • Sporting Events/Concerts
            • Stargazing
            • Wildlife Viewing

            Comments about Nikon Trailblazer ATB Waterproof 8 x 25 Binoculars:

            If you want to see like NASA in the wild you want these specks. I thought all specks were the same, foggy no focus but with these I am so wrong. These specks fit your eyes perfectly...it's like your vision with a thought as been magnified even in rain and fog. The waterproof rating is right on. I've dunked mine in 50F water and spotted wildlife in Utah during summer downpours.
            They are so light around my neck I don't even notice them. They have no bounce of the chest in fact they stick like glue to your chest when hiking and unlike all my other specks I rarely take them off cause they are that comfortable and light weight. For how powerful they are I still cant believe how small and compact they are. They are great for bird/wildlife watching, concerts and sporting events, ultralight hikers who still want vision, and you don't even need to spend your rent! What a steal!!!

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            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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            Mar

            16

            2009

            (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

             
            2.0

            Too Much Play in the Center Focus

            By earthtrekker

            from Asheville, NC

            About Me Casual/ Recreational

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Compact
            • Lightweight

            Cons

            • Difficult To Focus

            Best Uses

              Comments about Nikon Trailblazer ATB Waterproof 8 x 25 Binoculars:

              I love the whole concept of lightweight binoculars and especially for my intended purpose, which is scouting in Alaska backcountry: that is, as we travel on foot, visually scouting ahead for brown bears in order to avoid approaching too close to them. From a distance it might be difficult to tell between a smaller, safe creature and one that can and will kill and/or eat you. Also, with binoculars a person can better see if the bear is a mama with cubs occasionally in cover or a bear feeding on a carcass, both creatures posing additional danger. The Nikon Trailblazer fits the bill for such a defensive tool, however the serious play in the center focus is an unacceptable problem. I have read other online comments that suggest the play is a design defect. Therefore, I will be returning the Nikon set and checking out Pentax or Steiner that have binoculars similar in weight and magnification, but come at a somewhat higher price.

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              Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

              (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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              Aug

              30

              2009

               
              4.0

              Great multipurpose small binoculars

              By pinetree3

              from Alameda, CA

              About Me Casual/ Recreational

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Compact
              • Quality Lenses
              • Strong Construction
              • Works Well With Glasses

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Bird Watching
                • Sporting Events/Concerts
                • Wildlife Viewing

                Comments about Nikon Trailblazer ATB Waterproof 8 x 25 Binoculars:

                This model employs very bright, clear lenses with a wide field of view. The viewing experience is comparable to very expensive models. It is a pleasure to use these binocs even for an extended period. This model is not as light as similar models in the same price range, yet still not very heavy. An ideal choice for modestly priced compact binoculars.

                My only complaint is that the focusing knob has considerable play, making precise focusing more challenging.

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                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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