The BD II XD series uses the signature, PROMINAR XD lenses to deliver brighter and sharper images without color blur. The binocular has an ultra-wide field of view as well as a great close focus distance. The strong yet lightweight and compact body make for comfortable viewing for long periods of time. The BD II XD is the new standard in mid-priced binoculars. All Kowa branded sporting optics products come with a 10 year warranty.

Kowa Prominar XD Lenses

Kowa's XD Lenses (eXtra-low) dispersion glass with similar characteristics to fluorite crystal) combines with a special dispersion concave lens to reduce a very high percentage of chromatic aberration for the ultimate viewing experience.

Schmidt-Pechan Roof Prism Lens and C³ Coating

Kowa's roof prism binoculars use a Schmidt-Pechan prism. With the highly reflective C³ coating application, this increases reflectivity by 99% or higher reflectance rate across the entire visible spectrum (400-700nm). This not only provides bright and sharp images, but also accurate color reproduction.

Thixomolded Magnesium Alloy Body

A magnesium alloy body is formed using a sophisticated thixomolding technology to deliver the benefits of a high strength metal body but in a lightweight magnesium alloy structure. The durability and reliability of these binoculars can withstand the most severe conditions to provide users the greatest degree of confidence and security.

Kowa's KR Coating

Kowa's KR coating protects the lenses from dirt and other foreign residues that may affix to the lenses during normal use. Fingerprints or oil can easily be removed with the proper lens cleaning techniques.

All-Surface Multi-Coating

The all-surface multi-coated optical system provides a precise color definition for a brighter and sharper image.

Waterproof and Fogproof

The housing is waterproof to JIS Protection Class 7 and filled with dry nitrogen gas to prevent internal fogging to ensure image clarity.

Twist-Up Eyecups

Twist-up multi-step eyecups allow customization for easy viewing even when wearing eyeglasses.

Official Wide Angle Binocular

All binoculars in the BD II XD range are official wide angle binoculars and confirm to the ISO 14132-2 International Standard Optics and Optical Instruments. One of the stand-out optical features of the BD II XD series is their enviable large field of view, boasting class leading wide angle performance. Viewing is super comfortable on the eye, making long periods of use out in the field a pleasure.

Legendary Kowa XD Lenses

Every BD II XD model features Kowa’s environmentally friendly, legendary XD objective lenses. This high resolution ED glass contains large amounts of the mineral fluorite crystal - the best material available today for light transmission ensuring an image with edge to edge sharpness and virtually zero chromatic aberration (color blur). Kowa lens coating technology developed over decades, further enhance the light transmission properties of all lenses and Kowa’s unique KR coating repels dirt and fluid. Enjoy sharp images with natural colour, high contrast and incredible detail, from dawn through to dusk.

Perfectly Engineered

The BD II XD series are engineered to enhance your viewing experience. A fluid, aluminium focus wheel delivers pin point accuracy and smooth twist eye-cups ensure optimum viewing for both eyeglass and non-eyeglasss wearers. Tailor the BD II XD specific to your own viewing requirements with an easy to use dioptor adjustment system. The bridge is responsive and sure. When you hold the new BD II XD you will instantly appreciate the high level of engineering and quality materials utilized throughout the manufacturing process.