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Nikon Ecobins

Gear Category: Binoculars

$170

by Hank Mundy

Shana Novak

These "green" binocs use lead-free glass and non-chloride rubber, plus the case is made with eucalyptus pulp. And they're both water- and fog-proof, a claim verified after we dropped them in a stream. 10x25; nikonecobins.com

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2009 Summer Buyer's Guide Binoculars Reviews


Carson Raven Killer Value	$79
Minox APO HG	$1800
Nikon Ecobins	$170
Bushnell Excursion EX	$200
Leupold Northfork	$780
Leica Ultravid	$750

2008 Summer Buyer's Guide Binoculars Reviews


Minox BV Killer Value	$200
Pentax DCF SW	$150
Brunton Echo Full Size	$255
Kowa Genesis 44	$1500
Bushnell Infinity	$380
Steiner Navigator Pro C	$400

2007 Buyer's Guide Binoculars Reviews


Carson XM-HD Killer Value	$350
Vortex Fury	$300
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Bushnell Legend	$440
Minox Macroscope	$199
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2006 Buyer's Guide Binoculars Reviews


Brunton Echo	$259
Leupold Golden Ring	$1125
Carson NoShock	$99
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