Description
The Bushnell A3 is a compact 10×32 binocular built around the premise that a smaller, lighter glass you actually carry beats a larger one left in the truck. The 32mm objective diameter keeps weight and bulk down without sacrificing the optical foundation that makes 10x magnification genuinely useful in open country, where picking out ears or antlers at distance separates a productive morning from a blank one.
Bushnell fits the A3 with BAK4 roof prisms and fully multicoated optics — a combination that moves more light through the optical path at each glass-to-air surface rather than allowing it to scatter or reflect away. The practical result is brighter, higher-contrast images during the flat light of early morning and late afternoon, which is when most hunting is done. The close focus distance of 9.8 feet makes the same glass genuinely useful for bird work at short range, not just long glassing sessions.
The EXO Barrier coating on the exterior lenses does more than repel water — it resists oil and debris from embedding in the glass surface, which matters for a binocular that rides around a neck strap in the field. The IPX7 waterproof rating means the chassis can be submerged to a meter, so rain and creek crossings are not a concern. Wave-textured soft rubber armor over the body provides grip with cold or wet hands without adding meaningful weight. The snap-lock strap system lets you swap to the included rope strap quickly, which some hunters prefer over a standard nylon webbing strap for quieter movement. The A3-1032LG comes in Laurel Green, a muted tone that suits most woodland and transitional cover without drawing attention.




