Athlon Optics Cronus 8.5x42mm
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Edge-to-Edge-Sharpness System is a field flattening system that produces sharper, clearer images all the way from one lens edge to the other.
ED Glass- High Definition Glass gives you an image with little or no chromatic fringe, so the final image results in the clearest and sharpest image to your eyes.
Enhanced Spectral Prism Dielectric Coating is a multi layer prism coating that reflects over 99% of the light to your eyes bringing you a clear, bright image that displays accurate color reproduction.
Lightweight Magnesium Chassis provides the strength of a metal chassis while reducing the weight as much as 35%.
Xtra Protective Layer Coating enhances protection on the exterior lenses from dirt, oil, and scratches.
Phase Corrected prisms produce images that have better contrast, a higher resolution, and better color reproduction.
BaK-4 Prisms reflect more light to your eyes which will give you a brighter and sharper image.
Advanced Fully Multi-Coated Lenses allow for better light transmission to bring optimum brightness and true color across the entire light spectrum.
Locking Diopter keeps the diopter adjustment knob from accidentally moving from the optimal setting.
Long Eye Relief is particularly vital for eyeglass wearers because longer eye relief allows them to still see the entire field of view.
Close Focus is important for those who prefer to be up close and personal with nature.
Twist-Up Eyecups with intermediate stops allow you to set the eyecups to the ideal eye relief.
Waterproof protection against the harshest weather conditions or if accidentally submerged underwater.
Argon Purged gives you better waterproofing and thermal stability.
BaK4 GLASS PRISMS
reflect more light to your eyes and will give you brighter and sharper picture.
MULTICOATED OPTICS
effectively decreases reflecting light and improves the propagation of light making you a clearer vision than standard single coated lenses
LONG EYE RELIEF
can be especially valuable for eyeglass wearers since longer eye relief enables them to still see the whole field of view.
TWIST-UP EYECUPS
with intermediate stops allow you to set the eyecups to the perfect eye relief for you
Video review
We love the Athlon Optics Cronus 8.5x42mm. It has performed well in the field and the engineering standard applied to this product is high. Watch the video to learn more about the details.
00:00 -​ Intro
00:45​ - Detailed view
06:28​ - Hydrophobic coating
08:50​ - Final thoughts
Specification
| Model Number: | 116010 |
| Magnification: | 8.5X |
| Aperture: | 42mm |
| Eye Relief: | 17 mm |
| Waterproof: | Yes |
| Field of View at 1000 Yards: | 369 ft. |
| Angular Field of View: | 7 Degrees |
| Exit Pupil: | 5.3mm |
| Focus Type: | manual |
| Close Focusing Distance: | 13.1 ft. |
| Tripod Adaptable: | Yes |
| Lens Coating: | Fully Multi-Coated |
| Prism Type: | Roof Prism Binoculars |
| Prism Glass: | BaK-4 |
| Eyecups: | Turn and Slide |
| Inter-pupillary Distance: | 56mm-72mm |
| Weight | 33 oz |
Reviews (3)
Returns & Guarantee
30 Days to Initiate a Return
You can initiate a return for most new and unused items within 30 days of delivery for a refund
Errors & Defects
If the return is a result of our error or defective product, we will refund the full cost of the merchandise and shipping charges.
Most New and Unused
You must return items in new or unused condition with all original materials included with the shipment.
Partial Refunds
We inspect all returned items and award a partial refund for opened or used products.
45 Days to Receive Returned Items
We must receive your returned items at our processing facility within 45 days of delivery
Binoculars Returns
You will only qualify for a full refund if you refuse the item(s) at the time of delivery or return the item before opening it and removing its wrapping.
FAQ
| Q: | How do I know what to charge for shipping? |
| A: |
Our shipping rates are based off of the billable weight of an order. Please visit our Shipping Rates page for detailed info. |
| Q: | Can I have a package shipped through UPS with a required signature on delivery? |
| A: |
Yes, you can have a package with a signature confirmation for delivery; there will be an extra fee added. You may request by adding signature confirmation in the comment box when placing your order. |
| Q: | Do you ship internationally or to APO and FPO addresses? |
| A: |
No, we only ship to the contiguous 48 states and to Alaska and Hawaii. We do not ship any International Orders (Including Puerto Rico, Guam, APOs and FPOs), including orders that have any connection to International shipments (freight-forwarders, etc.). This applies to both the shipping and billing addresses. Orders found to have an international connection will be cancelled. There are no exceptions. |
| Q: | Do you charge sales taxes? |
| A: |
Since we are located in CA, we charge sales taxes only to CA residents. |
| Q: | How can I return an item? |
| A: |
If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please contact us for a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) request within 10 business days of the receipt of the product. If the item is returned unopened in the original box, we will exchange it, offer you store credit, or offer you a refund, less 25% restocking fee, based on your original method of payment. The product must be returned within 10 business days of the issuance of the RMA. All products must be packed in the original packaging, including any accessories, manuals, documentation and registration that shipped with the product. A 15% open box fee in addition to the 25% restocking fee (totaling 40%) will be assessed on any sealed product that is opened or removed from its original packaging. Please note that we do not permit the return of the following products: NOTE: We recommend that you use a carrier that offers shipment tracking for all returns, and either insure your package for safe return or declare the full value of the shipment so that you are protected if the shipment is lost or damaged in transit. If you chose not to use a carrier that offers tracking and insure or declare the full value of the product, you will be responsible for any loss or damage to the product during shipping. The United States Postal Service (USPS) offers limited tracking capabilities and that there is a 30-calendar-day waiting period before USPS will initiate a trace. The customer is responsible for shipping charges both ways on returns, as well as for shipping charges on shipments that are refused. |
Edge-to-Edge-Sharpness System is a field flattening system that produces sharper, clearer images all the way from one lens edge to the other.
ED Glass- High Definition Glass gives you an image with little or no chromatic fringe, so the final image results in the clearest and sharpest image to your eyes.
Enhanced Spectral Prism Dielectric Coating is a multi layer prism coating that reflects over 99% of the light to your eyes bringing you a clear, bright image that displays accurate color reproduction.
Lightweight Magnesium Chassis provides the strength of a metal chassis while reducing the weight as much as 35%.
Xtra Protective Layer Coating enhances protection on the exterior lenses from dirt, oil, and scratches.
Phase Corrected prisms produce images that have better contrast, a higher resolution, and better color reproduction.
BaK-4 Prisms reflect more light to your eyes which will give you a brighter and sharper image.
Advanced Fully Multi-Coated Lenses allow for better light transmission to bring optimum brightness and true color across the entire light spectrum.
Locking Diopter keeps the diopter adjustment knob from accidentally moving from the optimal setting.
Long Eye Relief is particularly vital for eyeglass wearers because longer eye relief allows them to still see the entire field of view.
Close Focus is important for those who prefer to be up close and personal with nature.
Twist-Up Eyecups with intermediate stops allow you to set the eyecups to the ideal eye relief.
Waterproof protection against the harshest weather conditions or if accidentally submerged underwater.
Argon Purged gives you better waterproofing and thermal stability.
BaK4 GLASS PRISMS
reflect more light to your eyes and will give you brighter and sharper picture.
MULTICOATED OPTICS
effectively decreases reflecting light and improves the propagation of light making you a clearer vision than standard single coated lenses
LONG EYE RELIEF
can be especially valuable for eyeglass wearers since longer eye relief enables them to still see the whole field of view.
TWIST-UP EYECUPS
with intermediate stops allow you to set the eyecups to the perfect eye relief for you
Video review
We love the Athlon Optics Cronus 8.5x42mm. It has performed well in the field and the engineering standard applied to this product is high. Watch the video to learn more about the details.
00:00 -​ Intro
00:45​ - Detailed view
06:28​ - Hydrophobic coating
08:50​ - Final thoughts
| Model Number: | 116010 |
| Magnification: | 8.5X |
| Aperture: | 42mm |
| Eye Relief: | 17 mm |
| Waterproof: | Yes |
| Field of View at 1000 Yards: | 369 ft. |
| Angular Field of View: | 7 Degrees |
| Exit Pupil: | 5.3mm |
| Focus Type: | manual |
| Close Focusing Distance: | 13.1 ft. |
| Tripod Adaptable: | Yes |
| Lens Coating: | Fully Multi-Coated |
| Prism Type: | Roof Prism Binoculars |
| Prism Glass: | BaK-4 |
| Eyecups: | Turn and Slide |
| Inter-pupillary Distance: | 56mm-72mm |
| Weight | 33 oz |
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For the price, these are really great optics. Clear, light, easy to use. Took them elk hunting in Colorado, what a great buy!
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I bought these binoculars for an upcoming trip to Alaska. All the other binoculars in this price range would have involved some kind of compromise, either a narrow field of view or a of lack of ED glass or a long minimum focusing distance. These binoculars ticked all the boxes for me, and I stayed within my budget (although it was the high end of my budget).
Even though I am no expert, I am impressed. These binoculars are very comfortable in my small hands. They are solid without being unwieldy. The focusing is smooth and easy. Also, I am impressed with how bright they are in low light. The binoculars arrived late in the day, and I gave them their first test drive.
No regrets here. I would highly recommend these binocular
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I have the Swarovski 10×42 but not the 8.5×42 so I bought this binoculars to pair with my 10x in order to cover different magnifications. The optics is so excellent that I bought two pairs of Cronus 10×42 for work purposes. They are almost as good as my Swarovski. The major complaint about this binoculars is that the hinges are very stiff (requires 2 hands) and the focusing knob is very tight (requires 2 fingers) but I have read reviews that they will loosen up after some usage. The rubber armour is also less pleasant to hold compared to my swarovski due to the texturing. The case is very basic etc. But at this price I should not be complaining.
30 Days to Initiate a Return
You can initiate a return for most new and unused items within 30 days of delivery for a refund
Errors & Defects
If the return is a result of our error or defective product, we will refund the full cost of the merchandise and shipping charges.
Most New and Unused
You must return items in new or unused condition with all original materials included with the shipment.
Partial Refunds
We inspect all returned items and award a partial refund for opened or used products.
45 Days to Receive Returned Items
We must receive your returned items at our processing facility within 45 days of delivery
Binoculars Returns
You will only qualify for a full refund if you refuse the item(s) at the time of delivery or return the item before opening it and removing its wrapping.
| Q: | How do I know what to charge for shipping? |
| A: |
Our shipping rates are based off of the billable weight of an order. Please visit our Shipping Rates page for detailed info. |
| Q: | Can I have a package shipped through UPS with a required signature on delivery? |
| A: |
Yes, you can have a package with a signature confirmation for delivery; there will be an extra fee added. You may request by adding signature confirmation in the comment box when placing your order. |
| Q: | Do you ship internationally or to APO and FPO addresses? |
| A: |
No, we only ship to the contiguous 48 states and to Alaska and Hawaii. We do not ship any International Orders (Including Puerto Rico, Guam, APOs and FPOs), including orders that have any connection to International shipments (freight-forwarders, etc.). This applies to both the shipping and billing addresses. Orders found to have an international connection will be cancelled. There are no exceptions. |
| Q: | Do you charge sales taxes? |
| A: |
Since we are located in CA, we charge sales taxes only to CA residents. |
| Q: | How can I return an item? |
| A: |
If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please contact us for a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) request within 10 business days of the receipt of the product. If the item is returned unopened in the original box, we will exchange it, offer you store credit, or offer you a refund, less 25% restocking fee, based on your original method of payment. The product must be returned within 10 business days of the issuance of the RMA. All products must be packed in the original packaging, including any accessories, manuals, documentation and registration that shipped with the product. A 15% open box fee in addition to the 25% restocking fee (totaling 40%) will be assessed on any sealed product that is opened or removed from its original packaging. Please note that we do not permit the return of the following products: NOTE: We recommend that you use a carrier that offers shipment tracking for all returns, and either insure your package for safe return or declare the full value of the shipment so that you are protected if the shipment is lost or damaged in transit. If you chose not to use a carrier that offers tracking and insure or declare the full value of the product, you will be responsible for any loss or damage to the product during shipping. The United States Postal Service (USPS) offers limited tracking capabilities and that there is a 30-calendar-day waiting period before USPS will initiate a trace. The customer is responsible for shipping charges both ways on returns, as well as for shipping charges on shipments that are refused. |
Jacob Rivera –
For the price, these are really great optics. Clear, light, easy to use. Took them elk hunting in Colorado, what a great buy!
Mia Torres –
I bought these binoculars for an upcoming trip to Alaska. All the other binoculars in this price range would have involved some kind of compromise, either a narrow field of view or a of lack of ED glass or a long minimum focusing distance. These binoculars ticked all the boxes for me, and I stayed within my budget (although it was the high end of my budget).
Even though I am no expert, I am impressed. These binoculars are very comfortable in my small hands. They are solid without being unwieldy. The focusing is smooth and easy. Also, I am impressed with how bright they are in low light. The binoculars arrived late in the day, and I gave them their first test drive.
No regrets here. I would highly recommend these binocular
Connor Robinson –
I have the Swarovski 10×42 but not the 8.5×42 so I bought this binoculars to pair with my 10x in order to cover different magnifications. The optics is so excellent that I bought two pairs of Cronus 10×42 for work purposes. They are almost as good as my Swarovski. The major complaint about this binoculars is that the hinges are very stiff (requires 2 hands) and the focusing knob is very tight (requires 2 fingers) but I have read reviews that they will loosen up after some usage. The rubber armour is also less pleasant to hold compared to my swarovski due to the texturing. The case is very basic etc. But at this price I should not be complaining.