This Barr & Stroud spotting scope is designed for the budget conscious nature lover and bird watcher. These new Sahara spotting scopes are probably the best value for money on the market today. They offer optical performance comparable to or even better than comparable spotting scopes. The spotting scopes are waterproof and with their solid rubber coating they will perform for many years. Multi-Coated Lenses and BaK-4 Prisms All Barr & Stroud Sahara spotting scopes incorporate BaK-4 prisms and multi-coated, precision-machined lenses to provide optical performance that is comparable or even better than comparable devices. Polycarbonate Body All Sahara scopes are made from lightweight polycarbonate, which reduces weight and is extremely strong and durable. Rubber Armored Body The solid rubber coating reduces grip noise and protects the Sahara spotting scope from wear and tear from normal use. Waterproof, fogproof and nitrogen purged All Sahara scopes are waterproof, fogproof and nitrogen purged for years of use. Built-in pull-out dew shield All Sahara spotting scopes are fitted with a pull-out dew shield to keep out stray light. A protective bag is included in the scope of delivery. Scope of delivery: Spotting scope with zoom eyepiece bag! Power supply and batteries are not included!