---
product_id: 425663511
title: "Explorer WA ED-R 8x42 Monocular, 30785"
brand: "opticron"
price: "$U17468"
currency: UYU
in_stock: true
url: https://www.desertcart.uy/products/425663511-explorer-wa-ed-r-8x42-monocular-30785
store_origin: UY
region: Uruguay
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# ED glass with multi-coating Nitrogen waterproof sealed 8x magnification clarity Explorer WA ED-R 8x42 Monocular, 30785

**Brand:** opticron
**Price:** $U17468
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

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## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Explorer WA ED-R 8x42 Monocular, 30785 by opticron
- **How much does it cost?** $U17468 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- opticron enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted opticron brand quality
- Free international shipping included
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## Key Features

- • **All-Weather Ready:** Nitrogen-filled, waterproof design keeps your view fog-free and protected.
- • **Close-Up Exploration:** Focus as near as 1.9 meters to capture every intricate detail.
- • **Smooth & Swift Focus:** Wide wheel focusing ensures quick, effortless adjustments on the go.
- • **Spectacle-Friendly Comfort:** Wide-angle eyepiece with long eye relief for hassle-free use with glasses.
- • **Crystal-Clear 8x Magnification:** Zoom into every detail with precision and clarity.

## Overview

The Explorer WA ED-R 8x42 Monocular combines an 8x roof prism optical system with ED glass and R-type multi-coatings for superior light transmission and sharpness. Its nitrogen-filled, waterproof construction ensures durability in all conditions, while the wide-angle eyepiece with long eye relief makes it perfect for spectacle wearers. Compact and lightweight, it features smooth wide-wheel focusing and a close focus distance of 1.9 meters, ideal for detailed observation in the field.

## Description

Explorer WA ED-R 8x42 Monocular, 30785

## 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 |
|---------------|-------|
| Item Weight | 11.6 Ounces |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 1.85"D x 2.13"W x 5.43"H |
| Optical-Tube Length | 138 Millimeters |
| Exit Pupil Diameter | 5.25 Millimeters |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 42 Millimeters |
| Finderscope | Reflex |
| Focal Length Description | 42 millimeters |
| Eye Piece Lens Description | Prism |
| Mount | Tripod Mount |
| Zoom Ratio | 8 multiplier x |
| Coating | Fully multi-coated |
| Focus Type | Close focus |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| Field Of View | 69.3 Degrees |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Opticron
- **Model Name:** Explorer WA ED-R
- **Optical Tube Length:** 138 Millimeters
- **Eye Piece Lens Description:** Prism
- **Objective Lens Diameter:** 42 Millimeters
- **Telescope Mount Description:** Tripod Mount
- **Product Dimensions:** 1.85"D x 2.13"W x 5.43"H
- **Focus Type:** Close focus
- **Finderscope:** Reflex
- **Item Weight:** 11.6 Ounces

## Images

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## 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.

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*Product available on Desertcart Uruguay*
*Store origin: UY*
*Last updated: 2026-01-24*