--- product_id: 555445628 title: "Opticron 30785 Explorer WA ED-R 8x42 Monocular Black" brand: "opticron" price: "$19.57" currency: USD in_stock: false reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/555445628-opticron-30785-explorer-wa-ed-r-8x42-monocular-black store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # ED glass with multi-coating Nitrogen waterproof build 8x magnification clarity Opticron 30785 Explorer WA ED-R 8x42 Monocular Black **Brand:** opticron **Price:** $19.57 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🔭 See more, miss less — your adventure’s perfect companion! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Opticron 30785 Explorer WA ED-R 8x42 Monocular Black by opticron - **How much does it cost?** $19.57 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/555445628-opticron-30785-explorer-wa-ed-r-8x42-monocular-black) ## 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 - • **Compact & Robust:** Lightweight, pocket-friendly design with smooth wide-wheel focusing for effortless use on the go. - • **All-Weather Ready:** Nitrogen-filled, waterproof design ensures performance rain or shine. - • **Vivid Color & Contrast:** ED glass with advanced multi-coatings delivers stunning brightness and true-to-life colors. - • **Comfort for Spectacle Wearers:** Wide-angle eyepiece with long eye relief keeps every detail in focus without removing glasses. - • **Crystal-Clear 8x Magnification:** Experience sharp, detailed views that bring distant scenes to life. ## Overview The Opticron Explorer WA ED-R 8x42 Monocular combines high-quality roof prism optics with ED glass and multi-coatings for exceptional light transmission and color fidelity. Its nitrogen-filled, waterproof construction ensures durability in all conditions, while the wide-angle eyepiece with long eye relief offers comfortable viewing for spectacle wearers. Compact and lightweight, it features smooth wide-wheel focusing and a close focus distance of 1.9m, making it ideal for wildlife enthusiasts and professionals seeking portable precision. ## Description Compact, quality field monocular for the space and weight conscious, the Explorer WA ED-R 8x42 features wide-field ED optics and the latest multi-coatings for extra light transmission and color contrast. ## 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 ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Asin | B09TFQQQBM | | Best Sellers Rank | #772,065 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #173 in Monoculars | | Box Contents | Monocular, case, neck strap, lens cover | | Brand Name | Opticron | | Coating | Multi-Coated | | Compatible Devices | Smartphone, Binocular Viewer | | Country Of Origin | USA | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (178) 4.4 out of 5 stars | | Exit Pupil Diameter | 5.25 Millimeters | | Eye Piece Lens Description | Wide-field | | Field Of View | 69.3 Degrees | | Finderscope | Reflex | | Focal Length Description | 193.5 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 8x42 | | Model Number | 30785 | | Mount | Tripod Mount | | Number Of Items | 1 | | Number Of Packs | 1 | | Objective Lens Diameter | 42 Millimeters | | Power Source | Battery Powered | | Product 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. | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Zoom Ratio | 1:1 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Opticron - **Eye Piece Lens Description:** Wide-field - **Model Name:** Explorer WA ED-R - **Objective Lens Diameter:** 42 Millimeters - **Telescope Mount Description:** Tripod Mount ## Images ![Opticron 30785 Explorer WA ED-R 8x42 Monocular Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51m6g1HbhHL.jpg) ![Opticron 30785 Explorer WA ED-R 8x42 Monocular Black - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51z74A1C2iL.jpg) ![Opticron 30785 Explorer WA ED-R 8x42 Monocular Black - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/518Mn2VGHiL.jpg) ![Opticron 30785 Explorer WA ED-R 8x42 Monocular Black - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51hkd3rqZsL.jpg) ![Opticron 30785 Explorer WA ED-R 8x42 Monocular Black - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Y1rjyeCkL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style Name** 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 on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 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. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Monocular is simply super *by on Reviewed in Canada 1 July 2024* The monocular is simply super, I’m very pleased with the purchase and recommend it to everyone, the visibility is perfect, clear, the assembly is high-quality, the strap and case are of excellent quality. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ excellent compact optics *by on Reviewed in the Netherlands 22 July 2026* If you’re looking for a good monocular in this price range, there aren’t actually that many options. I was choosing between this one and the Hawke Endurance ED 8×42. Its compact size was the deciding factor. If you want slightly better specifications, the price jumps almost twofold straight away. That’s not good value. I didn’t find the focus wheel stiff. I don’t see any issues with the lens caps either. It’s also comfortable to wear with glasses, even those with progressive lenses. I liked the Opticron and would buy it again. So, I’d recommend buying it. ## 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/555445628-opticron-30785-explorer-wa-ed-r-8x42-monocular-black](https://www.desertcart.us/products/555445628-opticron-30785-explorer-wa-ed-r-8x42-monocular-black) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-09-16*