Maven C.1 - 8X42 / 10X42 / 12X42 Binoculars
- 8x-12x magnification adapts to any birding or hunting need
- 5.7-inch lightweight frame ensures easy all-day outdoor carry.
- Award-winning C.1 binoculars deliver trusted wildlife viewing performance.
Key points
- Mid-Range Model
- Size 5.7 in.
- Weight 24.5 oz.
- Durable, Well-Balance, and Lightweight Polymer Frame
- Extra-Low Dispersion ED Glass
Free shipping when you add any second item.
Unconditional lifetime warranty. Faults and accidental damage, with no exclusion list and no claim form. We replace from our own stock and settle it with Maven ourselves. Full terms
Specifications
| Magnification | 8x | 10x | 12x |
| Obj. lens diameter | 42mm | 42mm | 42mm |
| Exit pupil | 5.25mm | 4.2mm | 3.5mm |
| Field of View (FOV) | 6.5° | 6° | 5° |
| Apparent FOV (FOV x Power) | 52° | 60° | 60° |
| Field of view (ft/1000 yds) | 341 | 314 | 262 |
| Brightness | 27.6 | 17.6 | 12.3 |
| Light transmission (%) | 90.00% | 89.00% | 89.00% |
| Twilight factor | 18.3 | 20.5 | 22.4 |
| Multi Position Eyecups Y/N | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Eye relief | 19.5mm | 16mm | 15mm |
| Near focus | 5.9ft | 5.9ft | 5.9ft |
| Eye width adjustment | 58~72mm | 58~72mm | 58~72mm |
| Dimension WxHxD | 5x5.7x2.1 | 5x5.7x2.1 | 5x5.7x2.1 |
| Weight | 24 oz | 24.5 oz | 24.5 oz |
| Lens constr. obj. | 3 groups 4 elements (ED) | 3 groups 4 elements (ED) | 3 groups 4 elements (ED) |
| Lens constr. ocular | 3 groups 4 elements | 3 groups 4 elements | 3 groups 5 elements |
| Prisms type | Schmidt-Pechan | Schmidt-Pechan | Schmidt-Pechan |
| Prism reflective coating type | Dielectric coating | Dielectric coating | Dielectric coating |
| Phase Correction Coating | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ED glass | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Lens coating | Scratch and Oil Resistant | Scratch and Oil Resistant | Scratch and Oil Resistant |
| Diopter correction (dpt) | +/-3 | +/-3 | +/-4 |
| Pressure tested to what pressure | 1m for 5 min. (IPX6) | 1m for 5 min. (IPX6) | 1m for 5 min. (IPX6) |
| Storage temperature | -40°~158°F | -40°~158°F | -40°~158°F |
| Functional temperature | -13°~140°F | -13°~140°F | -13°~140°F |
| Frame material | Polymer | Polymer | Polymer |
| Internal gas purged | Nitrogen | Nitrogen | Nitrogen |
| Tripod Adaptable Y/N | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Origin | Japanese and Chinese components assembled in the Philippines | Japanese and Chinese components assembled in the Philippines | Japanese and Chinese components assembled in the Philippines |
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Named one of the “10 Best Binoculars of the Year” by Field and Stream and winner of the Outdoor Life “Great Buy Award,” the C.1 is our recommended versatile mid-level optic for hunting, birding, and general-purpose wildlife viewing.
Dependable, solid, and powerful - this is the hallmark of the C Series. This series represents our mid-range line of optics, designed to fit your specific needs, delivered for a fraction of comparable binoculars’ costs. Our modern sportsman inspired designs paired with the best available materials and state of the art technology create an uncompromising optic.
Includes neoprene neck strap, lens caps and double-layered microfiber storage bag.
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Maven: Crafted for the Outdoors
Mountain Town Roots
Maven started in a mountain town, driven by folks who'd rather be out hunting or hiking than chasing corporate profits. Their optics are made for people like you: hunters, birdwatchers, anyone who trusts their gear to make every moment in the wild count. It's honest craftsmanship from a team that shares your passion for the outdoors.
Top Quality Craftsmanship
Maven skips the retail middleman and those 15-30% markups that jack up prices in stores. By selling direct, they focus on what matters: top-grade Japanese glass and materials built to handle the toughest conditions, not cheapened to fit a retailer's price tag. You get optics designed to perform, shipped right from their workshop to your door.
Your Australian Connection
As Maven's Australian supplier, The Modern Hunter is right here, living the same outdoor life you do. Call us up, and you'll talk to a real person who knows Maven's gear and Australia's rugged terrain inside out. We're ready to help you pick the perfect optics for your next adventure, with the kind of service you'd expect from a mate.