Kowa BD II XD 8x42 Binoculars review | Optics Trade Reviews

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[daltonramsey]

I like the simple, clean aesthetic of these binoculars. Some get a little too crazy with design and it makes them look cheap and gimmicky. I don’t mind some simple contouring like we see on some of the Nikons but I definitely prefer a clean aesthetic and I love how the metal focus knob stands out against the green body.

[jtsfla]

Thanks, always appreciate it when you guys point out the country of manufacture.

[russellwelton]

I think of them as the affordable Swarovski.

[Russell-]

Thanks for the review. I’ve been well aware of the Kowa spotting scopes for years but I’d never known much about their binoculars before.

[petersweeney]

Although the warranty card says you can get 5 years extra on selected products, when you go online you find that the BDII series are not included in that. Why Kowa choose to waste the time of its customers I really do not know, .

[Kemagic]

What did you say was wrong with the optics I did'nt understand what you meant.

[chutsui]

May I ask how is this binoculars' optical quality compared with GPO Passion ED 8X42 and Hawke ED X 8X42?

[propriono]

I bought it. Is superior to the gpo passion ED, imho. But, take care: is the worst bino I have ever bought if we talk about accessories. That bag is a joke. Is not rigid at all. They don't even add a cleaning cloth! So prepare to spend another 30 euro to buy both. Btw, I plan to keep it for 10 years so for me is not a problem to spend more for these things. As I Said before optically speaking They are a bomb. Never had a brighter bino before.

[propriono]

Is better this one or the gpo passion 8x42? Anyone knows?

[Paultricounty]

They make 8x33 & 10x33 not 32. And the ED is made in Japan. Thank you 🙏🏼

[kenjifox]

made in china? no way I'll buy this then.