Vanguard Binoculars

The Vanguard Binocular Range

Vanguard have a wide range of binoculars in their range in both roof and porro prism designs. From the excellent top of the range Endeavor ED binoculars that feature their extra low-dispersion, ED glass to the Vanguard Ocean and Mariner series that are specially designed for water sports, boating as well as general marine observation.

Compact binoculars are well catered for with their DA, DR, SDT and NDT Series of binoculars, with some designed for the outdoors and others ideal for viewing operas or in the theater. Like them or not, Zoom binoculars are also available in their ZF range.

Most binoculars come in black, but some models are available in camo print especially for hunting and bright yellow versions for marine use.

Popular Vanguard Ranges:

• Endeavor ED Binoculars
• Spirit ED Binoculars
• Endeavor Binoculars
• SDT Binoculars
• Mariner Binoculars
• Ocean Binoculars
• Spirit Binoculars

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Vanguard Endeavor ED Binoculars

The top of the range full size Vanguard Endeavor ED roof prism binoculars come in 8.5x45 and 10.5x45 configurations feature their premium extra low-dispersion ED glass which reduces color dispersion and is said to offer you sharpness and clarity like never before with exceptional light transmission and remarkable color resolution and contrast.

Both models are Nitrogen-charged and o-ring sealed, making the Endeavor ED both waterproof and fogproof. They have a wide view angle, BaK4 roof prisms, an anti-reflection coating, large focus adjustment wheel and long eye relief.

They have a good looking contemporary open-bridge design that not only looks good, but is ergonomic, making them very comfortable to use.

Sizes Available:

• 10x45 mm
• 8.5x45 mm - read full review

Price Range

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Vanguard Spirit ED Binoculars

Like the top of the range Endeavor ED binoculars the new Spirit ED binoculars feature their premium extra low-dispersion ED glass which reduces color dispersion and is said to offer you sharpness and clarity like never before with exceptional light transmission and remarkable color resolution and contrast.

There are threee models in thi series all of which are water as well as for proof and as well as ED glass feature a whole host of high quality optical components and coatings. These include phase coated Bak-4 prisms, and fully multi-coated lens elements to produce an impressive light transmission of up to 90 percent that accoring to Vanguard results in a near-perfect viewing experience.

Spirit ED binoculars also come with a lightweight, comfortable-to-hold body design, twist-out eyecups for long eye relief and a large focus adjustment wheel.

Sizes Available:

• Spirit ED 1042 - 10x42 - Read Full Review
• Spirit ED 8420 - 8x42 - Read Full Review
• Spirit ED 8360 - 8x36

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Price Range
Depending on the model, they are available for around $300 (£280 - £300) and as such they are competing with other very popular binoculars like the Nikon 8x42 Monarch ATB Binoculars (view and compare all Mid Priced Binoculars that I have reviewed). But if you take into consideration that these come with ED glass and other top features, In my opinion they make excellent value for money.

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Vanguard Endeavor Binoculars

I would probably describe the Endeavor series as Vanguard's workhorse series because these binoculars have everything to get the job done and to get it done well. These roof prism binoculars come in a wide range of configurations, from the fairly compact 8x32mm that is available in a black and cammo exterior, to the full size 10x and 8x42mm Endeavor's to the large 10x50 Endeavor and it's superior light-gathering configuration.

All have fully multi-coated lenses and use what Vanguard say is an "advanced optical system combined with outstanding lens coatings creating superior light-gathering abilities." What ever the case on the whole they do produce excellent quality images that are both bright and sharp and one coating that is worth a special mention is an anti-reflection coating that helps minimizes light reflection keeping the light focused to where is should be for "crisper images".

Quality BaK-4 prisms are used throughout the series and all the Endeavor binoculars are both waterproof and fogproof. Well balanced and comfortable to hold they all come with a rubber armor that feels secure in your hands and helps protect your optics from day to day knocks and bumps. Other features of this series include an easy to adjust click diopter ring and even though I am usually not a fan of twist out eyecups, I did like the 3-stage locking eyecups that makes adjusting them simple and keeps them at the setting that you like.

Sizes Available:

• 8x32 mm - available in black and Mossy Oak® finish
• 8x42 mm
• 10x42 mm - available in black and Mossy Oak® finish
• 10x50 mm

Price Range
Depending on the model, they range in price from about $220 - $300 (£250 - £300) and as such they are competing with other very popular binoculars like the Nikon 8x42 Monarch ATB Binoculars and for a little more money you could get the Minox 10 or 8x42 BV's (view and compare all Mid Priced Binoculars that I have reviewed). But overall these mid priced binoculars, have all the features and quality you would expect and more and thus make them excellent value for money:

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Vanguard SDT Binoculars (Compact)

The SDT compact range consists of two high quality compact roof prism binoculars. Bak 4 prisms and fully multi-coated lenses ensure an excellent quality and bright image (for their size) is produced.

The body is made of solid magnesium alloy, that have been encased in a durable textured armor, that ensures that these SDT binoculars are compact, lightweight and durable. The twist out eyecups ensure that there is plenty of eye relief (18mm on the 10x version).

Another indicator of their attention to detail and quality is that they are Nitrogen-charged and 0-ring sealed, making the Vanguard SDT binoculars 100% waterproof (up to one meter/3.3 feet ) and fogproof and come with a limited lifetime warranty.

Sizes Available:

• 8x25 mm (SDT-8250P)
• 10x25 mm (SDT-1025P)

Price Range
Priced at about $100 - $150 (£80 - £120) these great quality compact binoculars are excellent value for money:

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Vanguard Mariner Binoculars

The most important features of any Marine Binocular is to be waterproof and as stable as possible for looking through in an unstable boat. The Vanguard Mariner ensures that you are well looked after in both these departments. They are 100% waterproof up to 16 feet/5 meters as well as fogproof and come with a floating neck strap that keeps the binocular on the surface of the water should you accidentally drop them overboard. The bright yellow non-slip rubber armor not only protects them, but helps with the handling and grip in cold or wet weather. The 7x magnification is strong enough to view distant objects but not too powerful, which would make keeping a stable view through them impossible on rough or choppy waters.

A porro prism design, the Mariner's have fully multi-coated lenses with BaK4 prisms that are made with a higher quality glass (barium crown) that helps produce brighter images and high edge-to-edge sharpness with excellent light transmission. The large objective lenses also make this binocular a great choice for low light situations.

Other features include an internal reticle illuminator and compass, and an Individual Focusing System allows for simultaneous adjustment and focusing when using the diopter scale.

Sizes Available:

• 7x50 mm

Price Range
Priced at about $150 (£80 - £120) these marine binoculars compare well with the popular Bushnell 7x50 marine binoculars and are therefore excellent value for money:

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Vanguard Ocean Binoculars

Other than the fact that the Vanguard Ocean binoculars do not come with the internal reticle illuminator and compass, they are very similar to the Mariner's above. This makes them cheaper, but still come with the high quality lenses and construction of the Mariner's. The body is nitrogen-charged and o-ring sealed which means they are 100% waterproof and fogproof and they also come with a floating neck strap that keeps the binocular on the surface of the water should you accidentally drop them overboard.

Quality BaK4 porro prisms and fully multi-coated lenses ensure a clear image with excellent light transmission, this along with the large 50mm objective lenses mean that you get a really bright image even in poor light conditions.

The bright yellow non-slip rubber armor not only protects them, but helps with the handling and grip in cold or wet weather.

Sizes Available:

• 7x50 mm
• 10x50 mm

Price Range
Priced at about $120 (£60 - £100) the quality of the ocean binoculars mean that like most Vanguard binoculars, they are great value for money:

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Vanguard Spirit Binoculars

The strength in these mid range Vanguard Spirit roof prism binoculars is their versatility, they come in a whole range of configurations including a rather compact 8x36 available in both black and Vanguard's Mossy Oak® finish that makes an ideal compact hunting binocular.

All Spirit binoculars are both waterproof and fogproof and come with high qualityBaK4 prisms and are fully multi-coated to ensure a excellent quality image is reproduced no matter the conditions.

The Spirit binoculars are Vanguards best selling range and have been recommended by leading testing panels for their combination of technical features, design functionality and cost. Spirit is all about comfort with an unbelievable light weight, long eye relief and an ergonomic grip with thumb rest.

Sizes Available:

• Spirit 8x36 mm - In Black (Spirit 8360) and Cammo (Spirit 8360MO)
• Spirit 8x42 mm (Spirit 8420)
• Spirit 10x42 mm - In Black/Green (Spirit 1042) and Cammo (Spirit 1042MO) - read full review
• Spirit 10x50 mm (Spirit 1050)

Price Range
Depending on which size you choose, they range in price from about $140 - $200 (£180 - £250) and as such they are competing with other very popular Mid priced binoculars like the Nikon 8x42 Monarch ATB Binoculars (view and compare all Mid Priced Binoculars that I have reviewed). But overall these are great binoculars for the price and especially like the more compact 8x36's.

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Vanguard Tripods & Car Window Clamp/Mounts

As well as their binoculars, spotting scopes and camera bags, Vanguard also produce some of the best tripods in the world as well as some very innovative car window clamps or mounts as they are know in the US. Read my full reviews below: >>

• Vanguard Alta Pro 263AT Tripod - Brilliant general use and ideal tripod to use with binoculars for astronomy or plane spotting binoculars.
• Vanguard PH-242 Car Window Clamp/Mount - Ideal for turning your car into a portable hide, but can also be used in hides as well as attaching to tree branches of fences out in the field.