Alpen® Apex® and Apex® XP Binoculars
ALPEN Apex binoculars define the best in optics quality, featuring superb workmanship and the latest optics technology. Including fully multi-coated BAK4 glass, PXA™ phase coating and HR™ metallic coating, Apeyx binoculars allow clearer viewing in bright and dim light and in the wettest conditions.
The Apex Zoom #500 binocular has the ability to change from 8x magnification up to 16x magnification while providing super crisp optical performance. Simply turn each eye piece zoom collar for detailed viewing.
Crisp, sharp optical clarity from the center of view to the outer edges, gives users exceptional quality at an affordable price. Ergonomic styling and lightweight construction allows tireless use and comfort.
Alpen is proud to team with Dick Scorzafava for the Radical Hunter series (binocular model 494 and rifle scope models 4053 and 4054). He is recognized as one of the country’s leading authorities on Whitetail deer and black bear hunting and is one of the most respected bow hunters in the U.S. today.
Alpen binoculars and riflescopes are absolutely phenomenal for clarity and durability. You can’t buy more reliable optics. – Dick Scorzafava, TV Host, Respected Author and Big Game Hunter
Alpen® Apex® Binocular Features:
- Apex Zoom’s individual zoom eye piece design provides 8x to 16x magnification options
- BAK4 glass for clear, bright, high resolution images
- Fully multi-coated for maximum brightness
- PXA™ phase coating for superior resolution and color fidelity
- HR™ metallic prism coating for enhanced light transmission and brightness
- Waterproof, sealed and nitrogen filled
- Super close focus on selected models
- Twist lock eye cups
- Light weight, ergonomic styling, roof prism design
- Rubber armoring for comfort, protection and durability
- Soft rubber rain guard
- Deluxe travel case and wide comfortable neck strap
- Alpen’s No-Fault, No-Problem Lifetime Warranty
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Model 600
8x–16x42
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Model 691
10x32
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Model 692
8x32
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Model 693
8x42
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Model 695
10x42
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Model 695Mossy
10x42
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Model 696
8.5x50
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Model 697
10x50
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Model 699
12x50
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Model 491
10x32
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Model 493
8x42
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Model 494
10x42
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Model 495
10x42
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Model 496
8.5x50
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Model 497
10x50
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Model 500
8x–16x42
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Product weights are net weights without straps, lens covers, or accessories attached.
| Item Number | 691 | 692 | 693 | 695 | 695 MOSSY | 696 | 697 | 699 | 600 |
| Description | 10x32 | 8x32 | 8x42 | 10x42 | 10x42 | 8.5x50 | 10x50 | 12x50 | 8-16x42 zoom |
| Magnification | 10x | 8X | 8X | 10X | 10X | 8.5X | 10X | 12X | 8-16x |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 32mm | 32mm | 42mm | 42mm | 42mm | 50mm | 50mm | 50mm | 42mm |
| Focus System | Center | Center | Center | Center | Center | Center | Center | Center | Center |
| Prism Type | Roof | Roof | Roof | Roof | Roof | Roof | Roof | Roof | Roof |
| F.O.V. (ft @ 1000 yds) |
314 | 393 | 341 | 315 | 315 | 290 | 262 | 252 | 230-160 |
| Exit Pupil | 3.2mm | 4.0mm | 5.3mm | 4.2mm | 4.2mm | 5.9mm | 5.0mm | 4.2mm | 5.3-2.6 |
| Eye Relief | 16mm | 16mm | 20mm | 16mm | 16mm | 20mm | 20mm | 16mm | 21-16 |
| Close Focus (Feet) | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 8 | 16 | 9 | 13 | 13 |
| Lens Coating |
Fully Multi-coated | Fully Multi-coated | Fully Multi-coated | Fully Multi-coated | Fully Multi-coated | Fully Multi-coated | Fully Multi-coated | Fully Multi-coated | Fully Multi-coated |
| Roof Prism Phase Coating | PXA Phase Coating | PXA Phase Coating | PXA Phase Coating | PXA Phase Coating | PXA Phase Coating | PXA Phase Coating | PXA Phase Coating | PXA Phase Coating | PXA Phase Coating |
| Roof Prism Metallic Coating | HR Metallic Coating | HR Metallic Coating | HR Metallic Coating | HR Metallic Coating | HR Metallic Coating | HR Metallic Coating | HR Metallic Coating | HR Metallic Coating | HR Metallic Coating |
| Net Weight (oz.) | 19 | 19 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 23 |
| Type of Neckstrap | Extra Wide | Extra Wide | Extra Wide | Extra Wide | Extra Wide | Extra Wide | Extra Wide | Extra Wide | Extra Wide |
| Tripod Adaptable | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Prism Material | BAK4 | BAK4 | BAK4 | BAK4 | BAK4 | BAK4 | BAK4 | BAK4 | BAK4 |
| Waterproof / Fogproof | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Type of Case | Nylon | Nylon | Nylon | Nylon | Nylon | Nylon | Nylon | Nylon | Nylon |
| IPD (mm) Min/Max | 59-76 | 59-76 | 59-76 | 59-76 | 59-76 | 59-76 | 59-76 | 59-76 | 59-76 |
| Length (inches) | 5 | 5 | 5.75 | 5.75 | 5.75 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.375 |
| Diopter Design | Twist-ring | Twist-ring | Twist-ring | Twist-ring | Twist-ring | Twist-ring | Twist-ring | Twist-ring | NA |
| Eye Cups | Twist Lock | Twist Lock | Twist Lock | Twist Lock | Twist Lock | Twist Lock | Twist Lock | Twist Lock | Twist Lock |
| Item Number | 491 | 493 | 494 | 495 | 496 | 497 | 500 |
| Description | 10x32 | 8x42 | 10x42 | 10x42 | 8.5x50 | 10x50 | 8-16x42 zoom |
| Magnification | 10x | 8X | 10X | 10X | 8.5X | 10X | 8-16x |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 32mm | 42mm | 42mm | 42mm | 50mm | 50mm | 42mm |
| Focus System | Center | Center | Center | Center | Center | Center | Center |
| Prism Type | Roof | Roof | Roof | Roof | Roof | Roof | Roof |
| F.O.V. (ft @ 1000 yds) |
314 | 341 | 315 | 315 | 290 | 262 | 230-160 |
| Exit Pupil | 3.2mm | 5.3mm | 4.2mm | 4.2mm | 5.9mm | 5.0mm | 5.3-2.6 |
| Eye Relief | 16mm | 20mm | 16mm | 16mm | 20mm | 20mm | 21-16 |
| Close Focus (Feet) | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 16 | 9 | 13 |
| Lens Coating |
Fully Multi-coated | Fully Multi-coated | Fully Multi-coated | Fully Multi-coated | Fully Multi-coated | Fully Multi-coated | Fully Multi-coated |
| Roof Prism Phase Coating | PXA Phase Coating | PXA Phase Coating | PXA Phase Coating | PXA Phase Coating | PXA Phase Coating | PXA Phase Coating | PXA Phase Coating |
| Roof Prism Metallic Coating | HR Metallic Coating | HR Metallic Coating | HR Metallic Coating | HR Metallic Coating | HR Metallic Coating | HR Metallic Coating | HR Metallic Coating |
| Net Weight (oz.) | 19 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 28 | 28 | 23 |
| Type of Neckstrap | Extra Wide | Extra Wide | Extra Wide | Extra Wide | Extra Wide | Extra Wide | Extra Wide |
| Tripod Adaptable | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Prism Material | BAK4 | BAK4 | BAK4 | BAK4 | BAK4 | BAK4 | BAK4 |
| Waterproof / Fogproof | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Type of Case | Nylon | Nylon | Nylon | Nylon | Nylon | Nylon | Nylon |
| IPD (mm) Min/Max | 59-76 | 59-76 | 59-76 | 59-76 | 59-76 | 59-76 | |
| Length (inches) | 5 | 5.75 | 5.75 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 | |
| Diopter Design | Twist-ring | Twist-ring | Twist-ring | Twist-ring | Twist-ring | Twist-ring | |
| Eye Cups | Twist Lock | Twist Lock | Twist Lock | Twist Lock | Twist Lock | Twist Lock | Twist Lock |