Cabela's 66 mm ED Spotting Scope with 2 Eyepieces Made in Japan
This high-end waterproof ED spotting scope was acquired by NRO from a source in Japan. According to the previous owner, the scope was entirely made in Japan, and this unit was a never-used show model from a Japanese optics store. The close to pristine condition of the scope and carry case supports that characterization i. The scope might have been handled by store customers but never saw outdoor use. With its stamped-aluminum body, this is a relatively heavy scope (about 3 lb with zoom eyepiece attached).
The scope measures about 11.25 inches from the tip to the visual back. After fairly in-depth online research, NRO was unable to definitively identify the scope model and maker. In a few resale ads for a non-ED version of this scope, it was listed as either "Big Sky" or SSK, but those ads contained no details. Given the relative dearth of information about this scope online, we suspect it was built some years ago. It looks to be of considerably better build quality than the current line of Cabela's-branded Chinese-built field scopes with polycarbonate shells.
The objective cell is stamped "Japan"; our online research indicates that at least 2 Japanese optics companies were known to have manufactured field scopes and binoculars for Cabela's in years past (Kowa and Light Optics). However, the retaining ring of the objective cell. Between the "40832" and "Japan" stamps. As for the zoom eyepiece, NRO found several online photos in British resale ads that show what appears to be the identical zoom lens attached to field scopes made in Japan for U. In NRO field testing, there was no guesswork as to the quality of this scope and the 2 eyepieces: The views were simply stunning, right up there with the best we've ever seen, leaving no doubt that this is premium optical equipment.
In addition to the scope itself, listing includes. 22x fixed focal length eyepiece (maker undetermined but stamped "Japan"). 20x-60x zoom eyepiece (stamped "Japan"; likely made by Mirador). Original screw-on objective cap and screw-on rear cap. Original neoprene-lined nylon case with dual closures and strap.
O box or caps are included for either eyepiece. If you recognize this field scope and have authoritative information about it e. Thanks for visiting Nippon Rare Optics!