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Zhumell Tachyon 25x100 Astronomical Binocular w/Locking Aluminum Case
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based on 78 reviews
Ratings Distribution
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Category Average
$229.00
from 3 stores
Pros
Cons
- Bulky (30)
- Heavy (12)
- Unstable (8)
- Flimsy (3)
- Sticky focus (3)
- Case is flimsy (2)
- Difficult to focus (2)
- Needs a good tripod (2)
- Bulky but that's ok (1)
- Case is a little weak (1)
Best Uses
- Astronomy (62)
- Bird watching (20)
- Security (11)
- Yachting (6)
- Wildlife viewing (5)
- Long distance viewing (3)
- Terrestrial viewing (2)
- Astronomical binocular (1)
- Astronomical viewing (1)
- Aviation (1)
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Product Reviews
Zhumell Tachyon 25x100 Astronomical Binocular w/Locking Aluminum Case Reviews
Most helpful positive review
[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]
Most helpful negative review
[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]
WOW!!!! BUCKETS OF LIGHT
"First off, I respect all experienced lensmen and experienced astronomers as they know more than I do about astronomy and lenses, I respect and regard their views to the highest regard regarding telescopes and binoculars and naturally astronomy. These are my first pair of giant binoculars. Let me tell you the price had me very skeptical about these giants. [...], Giants in the eyes of this beholder. The lenses ar..." Read Full Review »
Aug 23, 2008 by PSYCHEDLIC MAN
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Review of Zhumell Tachyon 25X100 Bino
"Overall I am disappointed with the Tachyon 25X100 bino for two very important reasons. 1) They are out of collimation...I cannot get a single image focussed. 2) They have so much chromatic aberration that an image viewed thru just one of the barrels has a thick blue line on one side and a thick red line on the other. Viewing thru both barrels is impossible because of the lack of collimation...and the color is..." Read Full Review »
Jul 08, 2008 by Don
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[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]
Zhumell Tachyon 25x100 Astronomical Binocular w/Locking Aluminum Case Review
WOW!!!! BUCKETS OF LIGHT
- Close Focus
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
- Works Well With Glasses
Pros
- Bulky
Cons
- Astronomy
- Bird Watching
- Security
- Yachting
Best Uses
"First off, I respect all experienced lensmen and experienced astronomers as they know more than I do about astronomy and lenses, I respect and regard their views to the highest regard regarding telescopes and binoculars and naturally astronomy. These are my first pair of giant binoculars. Let me tel …" Read Full Review »
HEAVY WEIGHT AT JUST 10 POUNDS, WELL BUILT.
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MONSTER OBJECTIVES, MEAN BIG BUCKETS OF LIGHT.
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[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]
Zhumell Tachyon 25x100 Astronomical Binocular w/Locking Aluminum Case Review
Surprizingly Good Value
- Heavy duty construction
- Strong Construction
Pros
- None
Cons
- None
Best Uses
"I just received my Zhumell Tachyon 25x100 Astronomical Binocular w/Locking Aluminum Case and Zhumell astronomy tripod. I was expecting a well made unit and was not disappointed. The weather here in West Vancouver (yes it rains a lot!!) has not allowed any astronomical viewing except a short spell of …" Read Full Review »
Horseshoe Bay, BC (and yes, it's raining!)
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[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]
Zhumell Tachyon 25x100 Astronomical Binocular w/Locking Aluminum Case Review
They look good
- None
Pros
- Bulky
Cons
- None
Best Uses
"After a great deal of internet research comparing Dobsonians, Refractors and Binoculars in the[$] range my 2 1/2 yr. old daughter decided to get me these for my birthday along with the Zhumell Heavy-Duty Tripod and cleaning kit. I think she made a wise decision and am very happy with both the ter …" Read Full Review »
Future discoverer of Dark Matter
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[3 of 4 customers found this review helpful]
Zhumell Tachyon 25x100 Astronomical Binocular w/Locking Aluminum Case Review
Best novice & affordable bino's!
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
Pros
- Case is Flimsy
Cons
- Astronomy
Best Uses
"This is the best Christmas gift I've gotten in a long while. Thus far I've made casual observations of the moon, Orion (to include M41,) Mars, Sirius, and other major stars in the northern hemisphere. (I was amazed at M41 with these) As for a tripod I adapted an old Zenith VHS camcorder tripod, w …" Read Full Review »
Image with case, modified tripod, & stellarscope
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heavy for use without tripod but is doable
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Zhumell Tachyon 25x100 Astronomical Binocular w/Locking Aluminum Case Review
These Binoculars are great
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
Pros
- Bulky
Cons
- Astronomy
Best Uses
"I bought these in particular for viewing the night sky. I believe they would also be good for spotting game, and possibly birdwatching. If you are bird watching you could watch from quite a distance.
It is impossible to hold them still enough with your hands. You need a tripod. Most tripods are
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