ZEISS Victory 8x26 T* PRF Rangefinding Monocular (52 45 61)

Description:

Knowing the distance from the target and the exact trajectory, significantly increases the chances of a successful shot, particularly when hunting in vast terrain. With the Victory 8x26 T* PRF Rangefinding Monocular (52 45 61), Carl Zeiss has created a compact, lightweight instrument that provides a real advantage in the field.

With the 8x magnification, targets can be precisely located at long distances. The lens diameter of 26 mm ensures a bright image, even in twilight.

The lenses feature T* multicoating and Zeiss' protective LotuTec coating for optimum viewing in any conditions. The rugged polycarbonate housing is nitrogen filled and sealed to prevent internal fogging and to ensure waterproof performance.

The comfortable eyecup can be screwed out to several settings and securely locked in place again. Thanks to the integrated diopter compensation and the special eyepiece, the PRF can be used comfortably with or without glasses.

Covering distances up to 1200 yd/1300 m, the Victory PRF's laser rangefinding system is accurate to ±1 yd/m up to 600 yd/650 m. At longer distances it is accurate within 0.5%. Measurements can be taken in yards or meters and the scanning mode is ideal for moving subjects.

The PRF's one-touch measuring button activates the invisible IR laser - within a fraction of a second the illuminated LED readout display is visible in the field of view. An automatic sensor adjusts the display's brightness to adapt to ambient lighting conditions for maximum clarity at all times.

The Ballistic Information System (BIS) works with the laser rangefinder to determine the proper hold-over for specific centerfire cartridges. When the BIS is engaged, two measurements will be seen in rapid succession. The first reading will show the distance to the target, the second will indicate the holdover.

The styling is designed for two-handed use, much like a binocular. This method of handling offers a stable and comfortable viewing experience.

Features:

Powerful 8x26 optics
Digital Laser Rangefinder
Ballistic Information System (BIS)
Two-element achromatic objective lens for superb imaging capability
T* multicoating enhances light transmission, reduces flare, glare, stray light
LotuTec coating sheds water, dirt, grease, grime. Lenses can be wiped clean without smearing
Designed for two-handed (binocular style) viewing
Multi-position twist-up lockable eyecup for a custom fit
One-Touch activation button activates LED display that appears in the center of the FOV
Ease of use and comfortable handling
Polycarbonate housing is lightweight and resilient
Nitrogen filled: waterproof, fogproof, submersible to 3.0' / 0.9 m
Black Finish
Zeiss Lifetime Transferable Warranty

Specs:

Magnification	8x
Objective Lens Diameter, mm	26
Field of View (FOV) @ 1000yds, ft	330
Exit Pupil, mm	3.25
Eye Relief, mm	17.5
Twilight Factor	14.4
Diopter Range, dpt	±3.5
Waterproof	Yes
Laser Class	1
Measuring Range, yds	10–1300
Accuracy	+/- 1 yd @ <650 yds +/- 0.5% @ >650 yds
Measurement Time	Approx. 1.5 sec., max (average)
Battery	CR 2 (Lithium 3V)
Battery Life (68°F)	>2,000
Dimensions (HxW), in	1.88 x 3.85
Weight (with battery), oz	10.93

In Box:

ZEISS Victory 8x26 T* PRF Rangefinding Monocular (52 45 61)
Premium Cordura Pouch
Carrying strap
Eyepiece Cover
3V CR 123A Lithium Battery
Zeiss Lifetime Transferable Warranty

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Reviews:

As advertised by Wayne H. from Albuquerque, NM on 4/27/2011

Good price, fast shipping, great product. Who could ask for more.

Works for Me by Opti Mystic from Somewhere Inn, Virginia on 4/8/2011

I like using high quality equipment and I hate ending up buying stuff twice, so I learned long ago to just buy the good one first. That said, I don't want to overpay for something that's not worth it, or that has features I won't use, so I tend to research the heck out of this stuff before I buy. I didn't have the opportunity to field test my leading candidates, so I had to rely on reviews (like this one, as well as magazines etc.). I concluded that the Zeiss Victory offered the best combination of optics quality and rangefinding functionality for the price, and ordered the Zeiss. Thus far I have not been disappointed. It has great optics, is easy to use, and ranges quickly and seemingly accurately. Last weekend I had my first opportunity to use the Zeiss in an actual shooting situation. I zeroed in my 22-250 at 100 yards, moved back to 300 yards (using my Zeiss to find exactly 300 yards - close to the longest shot I can safely take on my property), adjusted my scope accordingly (9 clicks up), and shot a dog food can off the top of a fence post first try. In short, the Zeiss helped me do what I wanted to do - make accurate shots at distance (hopefully next time the target will be more interesting!). Because I use a PC-based ballistics software program that generates specific information for specific ammo, and I have a printout with me in the field, I have not really used the Zeiss's built-in Ballistic Information System (okay, that's one feature included with the Zeiss that I probably didn't need). I have, however, compared some of the trajectories generated by the general 6 option Zeiss BIS with those generated by the specific ballistics software and have concluded that the Zeiss BIS would probably work well enough, at least out to a couple of hunderd yards - or out to the point where any particular bullet really starts to drop hard. One never knows the contrafactual, thus I can't comment on how the Zeiss actually compares to the candidates I didn't buy. They are probably good too, lest they would not have made it onto my short list. Until I wrote this review, however, I hadn't given the other candidates another thought. No buyer's remorse here - I'm happy with the Zeiss.