Alpen Binocular Review

Alpen Binocular Review
Alpen Binoculars was founded in 1997 with the idea of offering excellent value in optics at reasonable prices. It offers a wide range of products, and all feature BAK4 glass for clear, bright imaging, and many also feature PXA coating for color and image fidelity. Alpen Binoculars were announced as the Outdoor Life Gear Test Great Buy award for binoculars five times. All products come with a lifetime factory warranty. Alpen products are not widely available at standard sports, outdoor and department retailers but can be found at specialty stores and online.

Perks

Alpen offers an array of binocular models suitable for most purposes. All products include a case, neckstrap and the Alpen lifetime warranty. Models include the Shasta Ridge, which offers long-range eye relief and is excellent for long-distance viewing, with waterproofing and rain guards.

Sacrifices

As a small company, Alpen is not widely available at larger retailers, making it more difficult to find for those who live in small towns. It also does not make specialty models for activities such as night viewing or star gazing.

Bottom Line

Alpen Binoculars have not been around very long, and part of the value of its pricing comes from lack of advertising budget. This does not mean it does not offer an excellent product with great value. It is definitely worth seeking out.

Article Written By Beau Prichard

Beau Prichard has been a freelance writer and editor since 1999. He specializes in fiction, travel and writing coaching. He has traveled in the United Kingdom, Europe, Mexico and Australia. Prichard grew up in New Zealand and holds a Bachelor of Arts in writing from George Fox University.

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