Leupold BX5 Santiam HD 12 Binocular

Product Description

The Leupold BX5 Santiam HD 12 Binocular is a 12×50 binocular in Shadow Gray. The 12 is the magnification, and the 50mm is the size of the objective lens. That pairing points to long-range viewing across open ground, canyons and ridgelines.

A few features set it apart. Eye relief is 16.6mm, which matters when you hold a binocular up for a long glassing session. It carries Guard-Ion Coating from Leupold. It also has a 1/4-20 tripod thread adaptor, so you can mount it on a standard tripod instead of holding it by hand.

Who it suits

At 12 power, small hand movements show up in the image. That makes this binocular a good fit for people who sit and scan: western hunters picking apart hillsides, elk and deer spotters, and anyone watching wildlife from a fixed position. If you mostly move through thick timber, a lower magnification may suit that work better.

For gear, start with a tripod and a tripod head that use the 1/4-20 thread. A chest harness keeps the binocular close and quiet while you hike. A lens cloth and a rangefinder round out the kit. Many hunters also carry a spotting scope for the longest looks, and this binocular covers the quick scanning before you set it up.

Leupold BX5 Santiam HD 12 Binocular Specifications

Ordering from Western Sport

Order online and it ships straight to your door. Western Sport has been a licensed FFL/SOT dealer since 2007, and everything we sell carries the full manufacturer warranty. Questions before you order? Send us a message.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What does 12×50 mean on the Leupold BX5 Santiam HD?

A: It means 12 times magnification with a 50mm objective lens. The first number is how much closer the view appears. The second is the diameter of the front lenses.

Q: Can the Leupold BX5 Santiam HD 12 binocular mount on a tripod?

A: Yes. It has a 1/4-20 tripod thread adaptor, which fits a standard tripod mount.

Q: What is the eye relief on the BX5 Santiam HD 12×50?

A: 16.6mm. Eye relief is the distance your eye can sit behind the eyepiece and still see the full image.

Q: What coating does the Leupold BX5 Santiam HD have?

A: It has Guard-Ion Coating. The finish color on this model is Shadow Gray.

Q: Is the BX5 Santiam HD 12×50 a good hunting binocular?

A: It suits hunters who glass long distances. It offers 12x magnification, 50mm objectives, 16.6mm eye relief and a tripod thread adaptor for steady viewing.

Warranty and Manufacturer

Covered by the Leupold factory warranty; warranty terms come from Leupold.

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