Leupold BX-1 McKenzie 10x42mm Roof Prism Binocular

Armor Coated . The durable housing is shrouded in a easy-grip rubber armor coating that provides a positive grasp in all conditions
BAK 4 Prisms. Delivers a perfectly round exit pupil with virtually no edge distortion and a crisp, clear image.
Central Focus Dial. Large, tactile focus dial is easy to find and use, even with gloved hands, which gives you the precision focus you need to pick antlers out of the trees or hide out of the brush.
Diopter Focus. The diopter focus paddle allows you to precisely focus your binoculars, compensating for differences between your eyes.
Ergonomic Design. Our ergonomic design ensures our products are slim, lightweight, and fit well in your hands no matter what size they are.
Fully Multi-coated Lens System. Our fully multi-coated lens system ensures maximum brightness for clarity, contrast, and color fidelity.
Phase Coated. Phase coated roof prisms significantly increase resolution for a sharp sight picture from edge-to-edge of the visual field.
Proprietary Nitrogen Fill Process. Made with Leupold’s Proprietary nitrogen sealing process, which has become the industry standard. Rugged and absolutely waterproof.
Smooth Focusing. Features an extremely smooth focusing system for fine adjustments.
Tripod Ready. A built-in 1/4-20 rotateable tripod adapter port makes it easy to mount to a tripod.
Twist-up Eyecups and Long Eye Relief. Multi-staged variable height eyecups and smooth, responsive central focus dial make focus easy to achieve and maintain.
Waterproof & Fogproof. Absolute waterproof and fogproof integrity means it’s ready to perform in the field, in all conditions.

Package Contents:

Leupold BX-1 McKenzie 10x42mm Binocular
Lens covers
Cleaning cloth
Carrying binocular case
Shoulder Strap

Specifications

Magnification: 10x
Lens diameter: 42mm
Field of view: 13.7mm
Eye relief: 4.2mm
Weatherproof: Fog and waterproof
Weight: 22 oz
Available sizes: 8×42, 10×42, 10×50, 12×50
Best for: Birding, sightseeing, traveling, exploring

The Leupold BX-1 McKenzie 10×42 binoculars also come with rubber armor coatings that make the bino impact and shock-resistant. They come with a pretty decent exit pupil of 4.2mm, which means they can handle low light conditions.

With 13.7mm eye relief and 10x magnification, you can focus on those tiny details when looking at your target. But they are not going to be that great for eyeglasses wearers.

These binoculars come with an easy-to-access central focus knob. Therefore, you can also conveniently focus with just your finger, and both the lenses focus simultaneously, so you get in on the view right away.

These Leupold 10×42 binoculars are pretty light and only weigh around 22 ounces. The lightweight makes them an excellent option for hunters and explorers on the go. Birdwatchers will also love using them because they come with quality optics and have a lightweight.

What we liked

Durable rubber armor-coated housing
Resilient BAK4 roof prism
Ergonomic construction is excellent for one-handed use
Lightweight and easily packable
Fully multi-coated lens system
Phase coated prism system
Quick but smooth to focus

What we didn’t like

Focus knobs are slightly stiff
Lens covers don’t have the best design
No lockable diopter

The Leupold brand

The company was started by two brothers-in-law Fred Leupold and Adam Volpel, as surveying equipment and compass manufacturers. Later on, it started developing water level and flow recorders as well as stream gauging equipment.

In the 1940s, Fred’s son Marcus entered the scopes market with Leuopol Plainsman. And from there, the company continued to innovate and introduce new features like fog proofing nitrogen processed scopes. Fred liked hunting, and one day he missed a duck because his scope fogged up. He found that the market is missing a decent scope for hunting, so he came up with the Plainsman.

All Leupold products are covered under a lifetime warranty. There is a separate warranty for the electronics that is covered under a 2-year warranty. But the lifetime warranty ensures that your Leupold device continues to perform as it should year after year.

Leupold warranty

Leupold’s warranty is one of the best in the industry. This warranty is unconditional and unlimited. No matter what the issue is with your device, Leupold will repair or replace it without any charge if it hinders its performance.

However, this warranty doesn’t cover loss or theft or any cosmetic alteration. It also doesn’t come with electronics and similar other components. There is a separate 2-year warranty for such components.

Leupold optics has a strict quality control process through which all these cops are tested and passed before entering the market. These scopes are exposed to harsh conditions so they can perform outdoors, and you don’t feel disappointed with them.

The military and tactical products supersede the consumer warranty as they are covered under a special Leupold binoculars warranty.

How to choose Leupold binoculars?

Finding the right pair of binoculars is pretty difficult because there are so many available on the market. To pick the right one according to your needs, you must understand what your requirements are and then look for the following features:

Model

Leupold has different models on offer. The BX-1 Rogue is for hunting on the go, while the BX-1 Mckenzie is for birding on the go. The BX-2 Alpine is designed for sightseeing and exploring, while the BX-4 Pro Guide HD is suitable for serious hunting and even long-range shooting. There are some other models as well suitable for a range of different outdoor activities.

Magnification

It’s a degree up to which the lenses of your binoculars magnify a target. It allows you to zoom in on your target to have a closer view from a distant point. 8x magnification is ideal for general purpose views in sightseeing.

Whereas 10x magnification brings in more details and is better suited for hunting, birding, and more specialized purposes. Anything above that will work better for stargazing and astronomy.

Lens diameter

Different lens diameters are available on the market. The bigger the objective lens, the more powerful it is going to be. Bigger objective lenses are heavy, and you will have to be a bit careful when handling them. Objective lenses that are up to 42mm are great for using on the go.

As they get bigger, they get heavier and become more powerful, so you need to use them while being stationary. 42mm objective lenses are great for hunting, birding, and exploring. A higher objective lens is suitable for long-range observation, stargazing, and astronomy.

Eye relief

It is the distance between the position where your exit pupil forms and the outer surface of the eyepiece’s lens. If you wear eyeglasses, you need to go for longer eye relief, ideally over 16mm.

Weight

The weight of the binoculars is directly associated with the optics that it comes with. If they come with a bigger more powerful objective lens, then they will be heavier.

Anything around 23 oz is suitable for on the go. But if your bino is over 25 oz, you might need a tripod. Heavier units are difficult to be used on the go, so you need to use them with a tripod or a window mount if you don’t want your hands to feel fatigued.

FAQ

What are the best Leupold binoculars?

The best Leupold binoculars are the Leupold BX-1 Rogue 8x25mm Compact Binocular. These binoculars are great for use on the go and are available in different sizes.

Where are Leupold binoculars made?

All Leupold binoculars and their components, electronics, and accessories are made and quality tested in Beaverton, Oregon, United States.

Is Leupold a good brand?

Leupold is a quality brand with a rich history and pays a lot of attention to every intricate detail involved in the development and manufacturing of its optics and scopes. It also provides its customers with a lifetime warranty on all its scopes.

Who owns Leupold?

Leupold is currently owned by Bruce Pettet, the fifth-generation family member and the current Chief Executive Officer of Leupold & Stevens Inc.

Do Leupold binoculars have a lifetime warranty?

Yes, all Leupold binoculars come with a lifetime warranty, including the optics. However, this warranty does not include the electronic components. A separate 2-year warranty covers them.

Is Leupold better than Vortex?

Leupold has years of experience under its belt and has more quality to offer than Vortex. However, Vortex has a price advantage, but no brand can beat Leupold if you are looking for high-end quality.