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Steiner of Germany Steiner Compact Binoculars - 8x22, Safari

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★★★★☆
4.4

based on 50 reviews  

 

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★★★★☆
4.3

$99.95

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Pros

  • Compact (48)
  • Quality lenses (43)
  • Quality construction (38)
  • Lightweight (26)
  • Close focus (24)
  • Works well with glasses (13)
  • Accurate (1)
  • Comfortable eyepiece (1)
  • German engineering (1)
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Cons

  • Difficult to focus (2)
  • Does not work with glasse (1)
  • Flimsy (1)
  • Low light sitations (1)
  • Need more distance (1)
  • No lens covers (1)
  • Uneven focus area (1)
  • Unstable (1)

Best Uses

  • Bird watching (25)
  • Wildlife viewing (23)
  • Sporting events/concerts (16)
  • Hunting (14)
  • Security (3)
  • Yachting (3)
  • Astronomy (2)
  • Travel (2)
  • All around quick foces us (1)
  • Backpacking (1)
 
 
 

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Steiner of Germany Steiner Compact Binoculars - 8x22, Safari

BizRate Rating Outstanding 9.0

$99.95

Code ALNOVEMBER9 : 15% Off $100 & 20% Off $150

Product Reviews

Last update: Nov 2, 2009

Steiner of Germany Steiner Compact Binoculars - 8x22, Safari Reviews

 
 
 

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★★★★★
5.0
great binoculars

"8x22 Safari is the best product for the price. It is everything that I wanted in binoculars as compact as this and much more. I hesitated for a long time to buy binoculars because I never thought I'd have much need for it, would not get a clear picture or enough magnification without paying tons of money. O boy, was I wrong. I don't know how I ever managed to live without them. The best thing, they give clea..." Read Full Review »

Oct 17, 2009 by Lexy

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★★★☆☆
3.0
Strained Eyes

"For some, I'm sure these binoculars would be fine, but for me they were awkward in build and to focus. There are thumb indentations for grip which do not correspond to the human hand. Placing them in front of the eyes is awkward and uncomfortable. The focus process produces unnecessary eye strain. By the time they're focused the subject has passed. Unless you want to view flowers I would opt for a larger more c..." Read Full Review »

Sep 16, 2009 by Kayak Kid

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Steiner of Germany Steiner Compact Binoculars - 8x22, Safari Review

great binoculars

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Compact
  • Lightweight
  • Quality Lenses
  • Strong Construction

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

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

"8x22 Safari is the best product for the price. It is everything that I wanted in binoculars as compact as this and much more. I hesitated for a long time to buy binoculars because I never thought I'd have much need for it, would not get a clear picture or enough magnification without paying tons o …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Oct 17 2009
Lexy
Boston, MA
I am:
  • Casual/ Recreational
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Price: $99.95
 
 

Steiner of Germany Steiner Compact Binoculars - 8x22, Safari Review

A Good Bargain

★★★☆☆
3.0

    Pros

  • Compact
  • Lightweight
  • Quality Lenses

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

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

"I have no complaints. The clarity and quality is better than any other set of binoculars that I examined for anywhere near the same price. Otherwise, there is nothing particularly special about this product. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Oct 20 2009
Al the Archer
Colorado Springs, CO
I am:
  • Casual/ Recreational
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Price: $99.95
 
 

[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Steiner of Germany Steiner Compact Binoculars - 8x22, Safari Review

Quality for a bargain price

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

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

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • bowhunting
 

"These little Steiners are perfect for your bowhunting vest, I got tired of strapping on my 10x42's. I got them for hunting in the woods. They are a real bargain at this price. The clarity is excellent, the size/weight in great, and they are well armored. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Apr 25 2008
Sheephunter
Peebles, OH
I am:
  • Casual/ Recreational
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Price: $99.95
 
 

Steiner of Germany Steiner Compact Binoculars - 8x22, Safari Review

Clear and Compact

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Close Focus
  • Compact
  • Quality Lenses
  • Strong Construction

    Cons

  • No Lens covers

    Best Uses

  • Hiking and fishing
 

"This is a very nice unit with great clarity in a compact size. It comes with a carrying case but can easily fit into a pocket or belt sack. The edge to edge clarity is very good. The BAK 4 lenses do not disappoint. It's armoured coated for rough handling. The eye cups can be rolled down for the …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Dec 13 2008
Strada
Seattle
I am:
  • Casual/ Recreational
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Price: $99.95
 
 

[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Steiner of Germany Steiner Compact Binoculars - 8x22, Safari Review

Keeps me on the right track

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Compact
  • Quality Lenses

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • check the tracks ahead
 

"As a locomotive enginner I use binoculars to check switches and signals as far in advance of the train as possible , especially on long heavy trains. I prefer compact binoculars but need quality optics and these really fit the bill! "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Apr 15 2008
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Crown Point , Indiana
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  • Professional Guide
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Price: $99.95
 
 
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