--- product_id: 411745822 title: "30785 Explorer WA ED-R 8x42 Monocular, 47 mm*138 mm*54 mm" brand: "opticron" price: "$457.53" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Opticron" url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/411745822-30785-explorer-wa-ed-r-8x42-monocular-47-mm-138 store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # ED glass + multi-coating for vivid clarity Nitrogen waterproof, all-weather ready 8x42 magnification & 42mm objective lens 30785 Explorer WA ED-R 8x42 Monocular, 47 mm*138 mm*54 mm **Brand:** opticron **Price:** $457.53 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔭 See More, Miss Less — Elevate Every Adventure ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 30785 Explorer WA ED-R 8x42 Monocular, 47 mm*138 mm*54 mm by opticron - **How much does it cost?** $457.53 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/411745822-30785-explorer-wa-ed-r-8x42-monocular-47-mm-138) ## Best For - opticron enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted opticron brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **All-Weather Warrior:** Nitrogen-filled, waterproof construction ensures reliable performance rain or shine, year-round. - • **Crystal-Clear Vision:** ED glass objective with PC phase corrected prism delivers razor-sharp, distortion-free images even in low light. - • **Comfort Meets Function:** Wide-angle eyepiece with long eye relief and multi-stage retractable eyecup designed for spectacle wearers. - • **Pocket-Sized Powerhouse:** Compact 47x138x54 mm design and lightweight 11.6 oz make it your perfect on-the-go adventure companion. - • **Precision Focus Control:** Smooth wide wheel focusing with close focus down to 1.9m lets you capture every detail effortlessly. ## Overview The Opticron Explorer WA ED-R 8x42 Monocular combines high-quality ED glass optics with advanced multi-coatings and nitrogen waterproofing to deliver crisp, vibrant images in any environment. Its compact, lightweight design and wide-angle eyepiece with long eye relief make it ideal for professionals and outdoor enthusiasts who demand clarity, durability, and comfort on the move. ## Description Product description The Explorer WA ED-R Monocular The Explorer WA ED-R monocular is a great quality product with features such as smooth wide wheel focusing, nitrogen waterproof construction, multi-stage retractable eyecups and many more. At Opticron we aim to provide you great value products and the best service possible. Features & Specifications Waterproof construction allows you to use the monocular all year round. PC phase corrected prism with R-type high light transmission multi-coating increases overall clarity and definition of image. High quality roof prism design featuring ED glass objective means sharper image with less distortion. Sturdy & Durable Small, lightweight monocular crafted to make your journey easier. Explorer WA ED-R is user-friendly and sturdy. Explorer WA ED-R can be taken on long or sort adventures, due to the item being pocket size your journey maybe a lot more comfortable. Where Can I Take My Monocular? Places that you can take your monocular Birdwatching Hikes Walks Gardening Highlights Quality field monoculars for the space and weight conscious, the Explorer WA ED-R feature wide-field ED optics with the latest multi-coatings for extra light transmission and color contrast. Available in 8x32, 8x42 and 10x42. Review: Quality product with fantastic optics for the price - This monocular is worth every penny. Clear image, robust and waterproof. The ED version is what I purchased and it’s ideal. Big enough to let enough light in for low light use, small enough for a decent pocket and easy to operate. Yes the focus wheel requires patience as it’s slower to rotate than others but that’s really not an issue to me. Makes you feel it’s more sturdy than anything else. Hardly stops you operating it. Really pleased I bought this for wildlife use and the 8x magnification is more than enough to make it really useful. The case isn’t anything to get excited about but it does the job. Made a veg tan leather one for mine so the finished package is now complete. All I need to do now is not lose it like my last Opticron! If you’re lucky enough to be able to afford one, I certainly recommend getting one. Review: All in all a great high-quality unit - The delivery was on time. The unit is lightweight and easy to use. The construction is high-grade. I suggest not going with the 10x42 because with the 8x42 it can already be a little shakey if you don't brace your arm. I struggled with this choice as there are so many units to choose from online. I am extremely satisfied with my final choice of the 8x42. It is light, has great magnification, no distortion, and excellent low-light visibility. The eye cap can be easily lost as it is not secured. I resolved this by threading the supplied strap through the eye cap and now it is secure. All in all a great high-quality unit. ## Features - High quality roof prism design featuring ED glass objective - PC phase corrected prism with R-type high light transmission multi-coating - Nitrogen waterproof construction finished in gloss black - Wide-angle eyepiece with long eye relief for spectacle wearers - Multi-stage retractable eyecup.Smooth action wide wheel focusing.Close focus to 1.9m/6.2ft.Replaces BGA 8x42 Monocular ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B09TFQQQBM | | Additional Features | High-quality roof prism design with ED glass objective, multi-coatings, nitrogen waterproof construction, wide-angle eyepiece, multi-stage retractable eyecup, and close focus capability. | | Best Sellers Rank | #4,795 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #2 in Monoculars | | Brand | Opticron | | Built-In Media | Monocular, case, neck strap, lens cover | | Coating | PC phase corrected prism with R-type high light transmission multi-coating | | Compatible Devices | Tripod | | Country of Origin | China | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 82 Reviews | | Exit Pupil Diameter | 5.25 Millimeters | | Eye Piece Lens Description | wide-angle eyepiece with multi-stage retractable eyecup | | Eye piece lens description | wide-angle eyepiece with multi-stage retractable eyecup | | Field Of View | 69.3 Degrees | | Finderscope | Reflex | | Focal Length Description | 78.125 millimeters | | Focus Type | Manual Focus | | Global Trade Identification Number | 05036422307859 | | Item Dimensions D x W x H | 4.7D x 5.4W x 13.8H centimeters | | Item Weight | 11.6 Ounces | | Manufacturer | Opticron | | Manufacturer Part Number | 30785 | | Model Name | Explorer WA ED-R | | Model Number | 30785 | | Model name | Explorer WA ED-R | | Mount | Tripod Mount | | Objective Lens Diameter | 42 Millimeters | | Objective lens diameter | 42 Millimeters | | Optical tube length | 138 Millimeters | | Optical-Tube Length | 138 Millimeters | | Power Source | Manual Operation | | Telescope mount description | Tripod Mount | | Zoom Ratio | 1:1 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Opticron - **Eye piece lens description:** wide-angle eyepiece with multi-stage retractable eyecup - **Model name:** Explorer WA ED-R - **Objective lens diameter:** 42 Millimeters - **Optical tube length:** 138 Millimeters ## Images ![30785 Explorer WA ED-R 8x42 Monocular, 47 mm*138 mm*54 mm - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51m6g1HbhHL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Where is the Origin of manufacture** A: China I believe **Q: How's this for holding a camera phone up to?** A: Get the celestron phone mount (Celestron - NexYZ DX Kit) **Q: anyone use it for star gazing? I'm looking for something to just sit under the stars with.** A: It works for stars and is convenient. **Q: Does it have a tripod mount?** A: No tripod mount l. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality product with fantastic optics for the price *by W***O on 18 November 2024* This monocular is worth every penny. Clear image, robust and waterproof. The ED version is what I purchased and it’s ideal. Big enough to let enough light in for low light use, small enough for a decent pocket and easy to operate. Yes the focus wheel requires patience as it’s slower to rotate than others but that’s really not an issue to me. Makes you feel it’s more sturdy than anything else. Hardly stops you operating it. Really pleased I bought this for wildlife use and the 8x magnification is more than enough to make it really useful. The case isn’t anything to get excited about but it does the job. Made a veg tan leather one for mine so the finished package is now complete. All I need to do now is not lose it like my last Opticron! If you’re lucky enough to be able to afford one, I certainly recommend getting one. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ All in all a great high-quality unit *by A***. on 18 July 2023* The delivery was on time. The unit is lightweight and easy to use. The construction is high-grade. I suggest not going with the 10x42 because with the 8x42 it can already be a little shakey if you don't brace your arm. I struggled with this choice as there are so many units to choose from online. I am extremely satisfied with my final choice of the 8x42. It is light, has great magnification, no distortion, and excellent low-light visibility. The eye cap can be easily lost as it is not secured. I resolved this by threading the supplied strap through the eye cap and now it is secure. All in all a great high-quality unit. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great scope *by J***W on 1 August 2024* Well built, Optics excellent ## Frequently Bought Together - Opticron Explorer WA ED-R 8x42 Monocular, 30785 - GOSKY Smartphone Adapter Mount Regular Size - Compatible with Binoculars, Monoculars, Spotting Scopes, Telescope, Microscopes Fits almost all Smartphones on the Market Record Nature and The World --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/411745822-30785-explorer-wa-ed-r-8x42-monocular-47-mm-138](https://www.desertcart.us/products/411745822-30785-explorer-wa-ed-r-8x42-monocular-47-mm-138) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-07-16*