Product Review

UNDERSTANDING OPTICS 101: Most newbies figure more powerful is better. When it comes to spotting scopes, more power is not necessarily better. Why? The larger the magnification, the more jitter, color distortion and loss of definition you will have. Better optics are the key. FACT: Although you may find similar scopes that advertise much higher magnifications, many of these claims are pointless. Magnification without definition is useless. Look for the best quality prisms and fully multi-coated lenses. Look for: retractable eyepiece (not fold down): for use with and without glasses, expandable sunshade for reducing sun glare, it's not a common feature, but something you'll wish you had. Some brands may LOOK similar, (you'll find several copies online) but you'll also find that these less expensive scopes use plastic connectors instead of metal. This becomes important when attaching your scope to a tripod. Plastic becomes stripped over time. Metal will last.The Blackbird features precision, premium military grade optics in a compact, very usable weatherproof scope. If you've tried our Grip Scope, then you're familiar with our commitment to quality. Whether you enjoy the outdoors, or you're involved with law enforcement or surveillance, this scope delivers. The compact, durable scope is versatile, convenient and extremely usable. You'll enjoy crisp, pure color viewing with TRUE 12-36x50 ZOOM magnification. Our fully multi-coated lens and high-grade BAK4 prism guarantee super light transmission and brightness. A Large 50mm objective lens allows an optimal bright, clear view. 45 degree angled eyepiece is essential for comfortable viewing, unlike scopes with straight eyepieces which can be inconvenient for most viewing situations. For performance and value, the Blackbird is hard to beat. It packs light and delivers a punch. Field of view: 52-26M / 1000M / Dimensions: 232x135x78 mm / Exit pupil diameter: 4.1-1.4mm / MIN. FOCAL LENGTH: 8m