This Alpen MINI spotting scope is fully waterproof and fogproof. The small size does not mean these are not powerful. This model has 20x magnification which provides close up viewing of distant objects while weighing only 11 ounces. The retractable sun shade helps reduce glare and the multi-coated optics deliver a bright crisp image. Great for back country use as well as in your back yard. Comes with small table top tripod and durable carrying case. Backed by Alpen's lifetime warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.0 / 5.0
Good Buy:
This is a great bargain for the money. The Aspen is as good as the scopes they use at the shooting ranges at a third or quarter of the cost. I carry mine with me whenever I go. I also bought one for my friend.
Alpen 20x50 Spotting Scope:
I needed a scope to spot my bullet holes under 100yds, my other spotting scopes are too powerful for this short range. At this price and quality one can't go wrong to use this scope to look at pistol and 22 LR holes.
Can't Beat It:
In a perfect world we'd all be able to buy Swiss optics at China prices. This Alpen Mini-Spotting Scope is a stand out in it's price range though. It is not armor plated, so I can't guess how long it will last, but my initial tests have left me a very satisfied customer. Yesterday I saw a wild turkey in a field about 200 yards away and got the scope. Turns out it was surrounded by 7 babies. I could read the tag on one little guy's leg: Future Butterball Star! You will need a sturdier tripod though.
Fine within its limitations:
The optics are very good, images sharp. The little tripod it comes with is dollar-store junk, not nearly stable enough for a 20x scope. With a decent tripod, a nice scope...your eye must eb right up to the lens to see much of the full field. It is hard to aim and find the thing you are looking for as it would be in any 20x small scope. I put some aiming marks on the barrel to allow approximate aiming which makes it usable. Forget handholding it, too shaky.
