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Roxant Authentic Blackbird High Definition Spotting Scope with Zoom Rubber Armor Fully Multi Coated Optical Glass Lens BAK4 Prism Includes Tripod Case Lifetime Replacement
Last Updated: June 20, 2021 (Refresh Now)
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Body
344scope, feels, metal, size, weight
+100%
" ... The size is perfect, it feels like a good quality product. ... "
" ... Item feels sturdy. ... Rubber armor casing feels good to the grip. ... "
" ... It is light to hold and easy to use with the stand. ... The size is very nice and it is quite light. ... Even so it seems well constructed and durable. ... It feels like a high-quality item. ... "
" ... A more resistant packaging should be considered. ... The stand feels light but is very stable and it works smoothly, without jerking. ... "
" ... Feels like it would cost plenty more. ... Size, weight are both just fine. ... The size allows me to keep it in my gun bag without taking up much space. ... "
" ... Is compact and simple to use so easy to use in the field. ... "
" ... The almost identical Blackbird stand was better finished than the other competitors stand. ... "
" ... I like the size and weight, and it feels well made. ... "
Body / Build Quality
258feels, metal, scope, casing, rubber
+99%
" ... I am also impressed with the easy to grip rubber coating on the scope making it comfortable to hold and view even without the tripod. ... "
" ... It seems rugged enough to handle the outdoors. ... "
" ... Construction (appearance) looks very good, feels solid, no wobbly or sloppy movements ... 2)Rubber coating feels good,a nice anti-drop feature. ... 3) It "feels" and appears to be a quality product. ... I prefer Metal over plastic . ... "
" ... The tripod feels sturdy is better than I expected. ... "
" ... Very pleased with the sturdy construction, weight, size and quality of my blackbird scope. ... "
" ... I very much like the rubber armor, and as stated above the function rings are quiet and smooth to the feel. ... Feels like quality workmanship. ... The tripod is sturdy and easily deployed. ... "
" ... Also, the tripod is sturdy and made of metal, which I prefer. ... "
" ... It's lightweight with a great carrying case that holds both the scope and the tripod. ... "
Camera
246zoom, focus, focus ring, target shooting, spotting scope
+98%
-2%
" ... After some research, I decided to get Roxant Authentic Blackbird High Definition Spotting Scope with Zoom. ... It is light weighted, the zoom give good range and image is sharp. ... "
" ... the focus seems to operate smoothly with no hang-ups or dragging or stutters. ... "
" ... Compact, solid construction, sharp focus even at full magnification at 100 yards. ... Love the big focus ring and the attached lens caps. ... "
" ... Sturdy construction, exceptional lens clarity, large focus ring is user friendly, makes the point that magnification is not the only consideration- clarity is highly important and is the most important feature in high end optics. ... "
" ... Crystal clear, well built and even includes small tripod, carrying case and lens wipes. ... "
" ... I purchased this scope to be used in target shooting. ... "
" ... I use it for target shooting at the shooting range. ... The zoom is great and the focus function works perfectly. ... "
" ... The rubber armor feels better than having a metal scope, the focus is very smooth and all the Rings are moved very freely. ... "
Price
194scope, value, fair, point, reasonable
+100%
" ... The scope is impressive for its price. ... Honestly, it's just plain impressive regardless of price. ... "
" ... No issues for the price. ... It’s PERFECTLY priced. ... "
" ... In all, very impressive for a modest price. ... "
" ... The price is appropriate and the quality is quite good. ... "
" ... Does the price seem fair? ... "
" ... For the price it is a steal! ... My friends thought it was 3-4x the price i paid for it! ... "
" ... The price was affordable compared to others. ... "
" ... Overall a great scope for a fair price. ... "
Body / Size
177compact, size and weight, weight, carry, lightweight
+100%
" ... The carrying case seems very durable. ... "
" ... I put it together, and I like the smaller size making it easier to carry with everything else when I go to the range. ... "
" ... Nice weight and feel. ... "
" ... It’s a perfect size & Weight and Feels just as sturdy as the other one’s that I have bought that range from $100-$200! ... "
" ... I think the size and weight are perfect for my needs. ... "
" ... The weight & size are good for hiking. ... "
" ... I love the size, that was one of the main factors that helped me select the Blackbird. ... From the advertisement and reviews, it seemed like it was very portable and sturdy, and both of those things have proven to be true. ... "
" ... Size is GREAT. ... "
Usage
175would make, hiking, scope, easy to use, easy
+99%
" ... My wife also loves its features, she plans to bring it for our next trip to the mountains for bird and wildlife watching. ... "
" ... I'll be using the scope for target practice, as well as to survey the surroundings while hiking . ... and my kids will use for animal watching. ... It is very easy to use even without reading the instructions. ... "
" ... The price on Amazon for the Blackbird was good, and so far, for one trip to the range, it worked very well, with just the right amount of magnification. ... "
" ... (Dictated by the amount of coffee consumed). ... "
" ... Upon my request, I received the Blackbird as a Christmas gift. ... "
" ... It would be a very nice gift. ... "
" ... I leave it set up in my dining room looking at nest of chickadee's burrowed into a tree stump in my back yard. ... "
" ... It was very easy to figure out with the instructions. ... "
Body / Fit
101scope, velcro straps, blackbird, fits, sturdy
+97%
-3%
" ... I really appreciate the size and weight of this scope and easy carry all zipper bag, it will be easy to take on my hiking trips and bird spotting, the external casing seems like it’s made of great material as well as the metal screw for the included tripod. ... "
" ... I feel this is a quality product and hope all the positive reviews hold true. ... "
" ... The tripod is sturdy and easily foldable. ... "
" ... Comes with descent metal tripod and case ... "
" ... My Blackbird spotting scope fits my needs perfectly. ... "
" ... It fits perfectly into my rifle bag. ... "
" ... Which isn't too difficult with that tripod, but I can't imagine trying to use it with the tiny little one it comes with. ... "
" ... Both products have a rubberized surface to protect from scratches and abrasions. ... "
Body / Weight
95size and weight, light, size, scope, feels
+100%
" ... And is lightweight which is a plus, considering range bags add up weight quickly. ... "
" ... It feels very solid and that is surprising considering the light weight of the scope. ... "
" ... I think the size and weight are perfect for my needs. ... "
" ... It is fairly light weight but solid. ... "
" ... It feels light but sturdy. ... "
" ... I will be using a light weight full length tripod with it. ... "
" ... I just received my Roxant Blackbird Spotting Scope and am very pleased with the build quality and light weight. ... "
" ... The size and weight are perfect as it fits well in my range bag. ... "
Usage / Ease
82easy, instructions, easy to figure, adjustments, intuitive
+99%
-1%
" ... It is very easy for me to carry and easy to use. ... "
" ... It was fairly simple for him to operate. ... "
" ... The scope was very easy to figure out and I look forward to many years of use. ... "
" ... The setup is easy and well explained in the manual. ... "
" ... The product is very well made and using it is very straightforward. ... "
" ... Easy to set up and use, lightweight yet sturdy! ... Very easy to learn how to use and the tripod is great for my use. ... "
" ... Was simple to figure out. ... "
" ... It’s easy to use. ... "
Body / Comfort
62feel, piece of gear, hand, solid, quality piece
+100%
" ... It feels every bit the quality of the more expensive scopes that I have used previously. ... "
" ... Awesome quality, feels extremely well built, no cut corners at all. ... It feels great in the hand, awesome control and smooth like silk when adjusting!! ... "
" ... Comfortable to handle, eàsy to setup and operate. ... "
" ... I like the textured grip and the finger molds on the Viper. ... "
" ... Feels very solid. ... "
" ... Really like the feel. ... "
" ... The scope is compact and feels sturdy in hand. ... "
" ... Feels like it would cost plenty more. ... "
Usage / For Travel
50trips, scope, hunting, wildlife, weight
+100%
" ... I won't need to think twice about taking it with me on a road trip. ... "
" ... We first used it on our vacation to the Grand Canyon. ... "
" ... The size and weight of the unit makes it very portable and it will be a great addition to my hiking and hunting backpack. ... "
" ... Though I’ve made no wilderness trips with it yet, I can see it will meet my field needs nicely. ... I make annual 2 to 3 week solo houseboat trips into wilderness areas of NE Ontario (Temagami Region) and often hike to overlooks always looking for wildlife to view or photograph, one of the primary reasons for purchasing this scope. ... This well-made scope is compact and light weight, so I can stow it easily in my pack for hiking or portaging with my kayak into smaller lakes in search of wildlife. ... "
" ... I love the scope, best for the price range we use it on all our hunting trips and even use it to watch birds. ... "
" ... Would be a great gift for any outdoorsman/woman who value simplicity and like to travel light. ... "
" ... This one will stay with my travel gear and log some big airline miles. ... The shooting range, when camping, even on the boat. ... "
" ... It’s good for the gun range, perfect size to throw into a pack for hiking. ... "
Usage / As Gift
48would make, make a great, scope, blackbird, gift for anyone
+100%
" ... Yes I think it would make a great gift. ... "
" ... 6) Would make a nice, reasonably priced gift ... "
" ... —I think it would make a very nice gift for anyone who enjoys the outdoors. ... "
" ... It would make a great gift. ... "
" ... I decided to gift it to myself though. ... "
" ... So I liked this scope so much so, as a last minute gift, but perfect gift, I purchased it for my father to be a gift for Father's Day. ... "
" ... Overall, I’m pleased with this purchase and feel that the Blackbird would make an awesome gift for my shooting buddies. ... "
" ... I think this would make a great gift for anyone looking to do any of these things since it performs well and at a reasonable price point. ... "
Body / Design
43feel, coating, solid, rubber casing, rubber armor casing
+100%
" ... Was originally going with a more expensive 60x brand, but the sleek and more compact design of the Blackbird made it a no-brainer. ... "
" ... Love the rubber coating armor. ... "
" ... THE RUBBER ARMOR CASING PUTS A NICE GRIPPY FEELING TO IT. ... "
" ... Looks like it is fairly rugged and I am hoping this product will serve me in the years to come. ... "
" ... The rubber casing has a good tactile feel. ... "
" ... I do like the look, construction and weight of the Blackbird. ... "
" ... The armour casing not only looks nice, it also feels nicer to touch and handle. ... "
" ... Feels very well built. ... "
Marketplace
38blackbird, received, roxant, thank, picture
+95%
-5%
" ... I purchased this from Amazon on Saturday afternoon and they delivered it the next day on Sunday afternoon! ... "
" ... I'll be able to use this one and not need to replace it. ... "
" ... First good news, my package arrived after 8 days in Belgium, 10 days earlier than expected. ... The taxes paid in advance to Amazon when ordering covered all the costs and taxes. ... "
" ... Thank you for an affordable quality product that I will enjoy using. ... "
" ... It arrived with all it's parts and it works well. ... "
" ... This is a great product, it worked as expected out of box. ... "
" ... Thank you Roxant! ... "
" ... I received in Bogotá, Colombia, this Roxant Blackbird 6 days before Amazon's date. ... Thanks, Adolfo Valle ... "
Clarity
34clarity, optics, image, crisp, view
+100%
" ... Optics are clear and sharp. ... "
" ... It is clear and focused for its pricepoint. ... "
" ... It's clear and bright enough. ... However not excitingly clear and crisp. ... "
" ... This is a good product with very clear optics. ... "
" ... The clarity of the glass was superb! ... "
" ... It is bright, clear and sharp. ... "
" ... The optics gives pure clarity. ... "
" ... Very clear optics ... "
Picture
30clear, picture, crisp, quality, images
+100%
" ... The image is clear and crisp. ... "
" ... It does that quite well, with clear, sharp images. ... "
" ... The image is bright and sharp. ... "
" ... Image quality is quite good, able to discern .22 caliber holes at 100 meters. ... "
" ... In general I like Roxant products very much for their excellent optics quality and the blackbird is no exception .images are crisp , clear and radiant . ... "
" ... hits and target pictures were crisp and clear. ... "
" ... It has superior quality and renders a crystal clear image. ... "
" ... The image at 100 yards is crisp and clear. ... "
Marketplace / Marketplace
25roxant, blackbird, thank, received, picture
+100%
" ... I contacted Amazon and they recommended that I contact the company directly. ... "
" ... Amazon handled the shipping perfectly. ... "
" ... I received my Roxant Blackbird from Amazon yesterday and am very impressed. ... "
" ... I wasn't sure what to buy but the reviews on Amazon were great so I ordered it, and the price was very reasonable. ... "
" ... Thank you for being so customer oriented. ... "
" ... Just received my Roxant Blackbird today. ... "
" ... Thank you for an affordable quality product that I will enjoy using. ... "
" ... I spent about 1-2 days reviewing many options on Amazon and finally landed on the Roxant Blackbird. ... "
Usage / Setup
23easy to figure, setup, easy, helpful, scope
+100%
" ... The instructions included were helpful even though the functionality is simple and intuitive. ... "
" ... I am happy with the purchase, it was easy to figure out and I didn't need to read the instructions before putting it together (screwing it to the tripod base) and testing it out on a turtle sitting on a log. ... "
" ... Easy to figure out and the instructions were nice and clear, No Chenglish. ... "
" ... Comfortable to handle, eàsy to setup and operate. ... "
" ... Is it professional? ... "
" ... The scope was easy to figure out and the instructions were easy to understand and helpful. ... "
" ... The instructions were very clear but not necessary in my opinion since it’s pretty easy to work the entire unit anyway. ... "
" ... The instructions are well written and easy to follow. ... "
Usage / Capacity
22range, yard, floor, family, blackbird
+100%
" ... Around Christmas I’ll probably be purchasing it again for family & friends. ... "
" ... Plan to use around our property…mostly to watch the cardinals. ... "
" ... However, I recently moved to a 6th floor apartment overlooking a golf course. ... "
" ... We enjoyed our first Blackbird that we recently bought two more for friends and family. ... "
" ... We live on the 23rd floor of a city apartment building and use the Blackbird to view cargo ships passing on a nearby river and other sites in the vicinity. ... "
" ... I leave it set up in my dining room looking at nest of chickadee's burrowed into a tree stump in my back yard. ... "
" ... I hope to be taking it to the outdoor range next week and try it there too. ... "
" ... This is an ideal product for me to look down range on the golf course where our house is located…. ... "
Color
21sharp, image, crisp, images, bright
+100%
" ... It has superior quality and renders a crystal clear image. ... "
" ... The color is great, honestly I was expecting a bit of yellow but the whites are pure in both bright and low light! ... "
" ... hits and target pictures were crisp and clear. ... "
" ... As others have noted the images are quite crisp. ... "
" ... The image is clear and crisp. ... "
" ... Clear and bright images! ... "
" ... The clarity is incredible, colors and detail very clear and sharp. ... "
" ... Images are extremely sharp and clear! ... "
Body / Storage
20bag, size, range bag, scope, small
+100%
" ... Small and lightweight, it fits fine in my backpack range bag. ... "
" ... Size, construction and pricing were my main selection criteria. ... "
" ... Seems like great integrity within the company so, we'll see what the future holds. ... "
" ... I got this because I wanted something small I could easily grab from the shelf and place onto my crowded desk to look out the window. ... "
" ... Size is small enough to pull out any time and easily fits into my range bag. ... "
" ... love the size and the tripod is perfect height for what I’ll be using it for. ... "
" ... I specifically wanted a compact/easy to carry unit which would easily fit in a range bag or backpack and this is perfect ... "
" ... I personally like the size because it is easy to transport in my go-bag. ... The weight is nice since I have ammo and guns in my go-bag. ... "
Marketplace / Delivery
14blackbird, package, roxant, quick, little
+100%
" ... It's a good little package! ... "
" ... Just received my Roxant Blackbird today. ... "
" ... Just received the Blackhawk. ... "
" ... First good news, my package arrived after 8 days in Belgium, 10 days earlier than expected. ... "
" ... The delivery was quick and the boxing was nicely done. ... "
" ... Just received the Blackbird today. ... "
" ... This is a great product, it worked as expected out of box. ... "
" ... Their fast service has delivered a high quality and affordable product! ... "
Features
12price, thought, size, like, light
+100%
" ... They definitely thought of everything when it comes to quality and features . ... "
" ... The following features were most important to me: ... • Sun shade option ... "
" ... There was no problem learning how to set it up and use the features. ... "
" ... I like it’s construction and features. ... "
" ... light, easily used & transported!!! ... "
" ... All features were simple to learn even without experience with similar products. ... "
" ... The size is one of the features we like. ... "
" ... The scope gives me beautiful exact features. ... "
Performance
9seems
+100%
" ... Operation is very smooth. ... "
" ... Good job Josh! ... "
" ... The Roxant Blackbird offers great performance without being too expensive. ... "
" ... It moved effortlessly with a smooth motion. ... "
" ... Seems like it will do the job just fine. ... "
" ... Great job guys! ... "
" ... It is very smooth with big movements. ... "
" ... I have other tripods, but this one seems to do the job well. ... "
Body / Cover
9case, carrying, carry, bag, comes
+100%
" ... The carrying case seems very durable. ... "
" ... The zippered case is padded and of surprising quality. ... "
" ... Carry case is a nice feature. ... "
" ... The carrying case is roomy enough so it is quick to put back inside ... "
" ... Nice carry bag that comes with it. ... "
" ... I think the Blackbird is also light and transportable and includes a nice little carry bag. ... "
" ... It even comes with its own soft bag for transporting. ... "
" ... Nice design on the carrying pouch. ... "
Network
8use, yards, yard, house, distance
+100%
" ... Bought to use at the range at 100 meters. ... "
" ... My main reason is to use it for the range. ... "
" ... This is an ideal product for me to look down range on the golf course where our house is located…. ... "
" ... Perfect for 100 yard range. ... "
" ... I should have no problems at the range. ... "
" ... It is built well and worked perfectly at the range. ... "
" ... I plan on using it at the riffle range. ... "
" ... The range distance goes from 25 yards out to 200 yards. ... "
Display
8view, screen, resolution, phone, issue
+100%
" ... Also please keep in mind the photo does not represent the full quality of the scope as it was looking through a screen and taken with a phone. ... "
" ... The optics have very nice clarity and the sliding light shield allows for optimum viewing. ... "
" ... I plan to use the Blackbird for terrestrial viewing and possibly as a spotter for astral viewing. ... "
" ... Being able to directly follow the soccer action and then to the phone screen to frame the shot was appealing. ... "
" ... I have used it indoors only to this point and the view was very bright and clear. ... "
" ... It provides good crisp view of my targets, which having poor eyesight is a big plus for me. ... "
" ... Great resolution and easy to use so far. ... "
" ... I had an issue I called Roxant and got an immediate response and resolution to my issue. ... "
Usage / For Kids
7using, use, kids, christmas
+100%
" ... I may purchase a couple more for birthday and Christmas presents for my grandchildren. ... "
" ... My children can spot for me (8 and 14) when they want to go to the range. ... "
" ... I liked it so much I got one for my son. ... "
" ... and my kids will use for animal watching. ... "
" ... I'm using this for kids' stargazing, and birdwatching. ... "
" ... We actually bought it for our seven year old son but find ourselves using it, too! ... "
" ... I will probably be purchasing another one for our son. ... "
Cleaning
7image, window, glass, crisp
+100%
" ... The glass quality leaves a bit to be desired but for the price, it is more than adequate. ... "
" ... Very nice clarity and that was from inside a room away from the window by 9 feet, through a closed window I haven't cleaned in a week, with the sun shade extended looking at objects out to 636 yards. ... "
" ... If you have any care and cleaning tips specifically for the rubber preservation that would be welcome! ... "
" ... Just AWESOME the image is crisp and clean. ... "
" ... Clean and attractive piece of industrial designing. ... "
" ... He is going to be my spotter =) Has a really clean image for the price. ... "
Body / Water Resistance
7water, scope, myrtle, fowl
+100%
" ... Near the Golden Gate Bridge there's an ocean beach. ... "
" ... We have it set up on a tripod at our glass door facing the river! ... "
" ... I understand that the scope is not fully waterproof, but that is a reasonable trade-off. ... "
" ... We’ll be taking this on hikes and to the lake. ... "
" ... The other one will be going to my brother when he comes into Myrtle Beach. ... "
" ... I plan to use it at the range as well as at the beach. ... "
" ... Last night it did duty scoping a full moon over the ocean! ... "
Reliability
5week, two, goes, days, blackbird
+100%
" ... It saves ammunition…which is at a premium these days. ... It has solved so many issues. ... "
" ... It should last a long time. ... "
" ... I've been using the Blackbird for a couple months and am very happy with it. ... "
" ... I received it today, and set it up to make sure everything was working properly. ... "
" ... I purchased the Blackbird about 3 weeks ago. ... "
Usage / Gaming
4+100%
" ... I definitely will have friends look into purchasing this for hunting and game watching. ... "
" ... Lots of game in our area, birds so this is going to be a perfect match. ... "
" ... The weatherproof rubber coating is welcome because during one of the soccer games it was misting pretty good and I didn’t worry about the scope at all. ... "
" ... This will be mainly used for hunting tracking deer and other game! ... "
Usage / Controls
4smooth, well made, simple, feel, easy to use
+100%
" ... The controls are easy to use. ... "
" ... Controls are smooth making it easy to zone in on a target. ... "
" ... It seems very well made, a nice manageable size and all adjustment controls feel smooth and work well. ... "
" ... The controls were simple and the view was excellent. ... "
Marketplace / Returns
4one, able, returned
+50%
-50%
" ... I am returning after trying it twice! ... "
" ... Sent back for refund. ... "
Usage / User Manual
3setup, minutes, included, easy to figure, easy
+100%
" ... -Was extremely easy to figure it out in just a few minutes with the included manual. ... "
" ... The setup is easy and well explained in the manual. ... "
" ... I was able to figured out how to use it without the manual but it was a good thing that I read it as I wouldn't be able to find out about the sun shade. ... "
Usage / For Fun
3using
+100%
" ... I could also see using it as something fun to bring to the country for stargazing. ... "
" ... Already having fun with it just looking into the woods in the backyard. ... "
" ... I’m using it primarily for spotting targets while at the fun range. ... "
Usage / Coffee
3+100%
" ... (Dictated by the amount of coffee consumed). ... "
" ... Even holding it in your hands provides a good stable base as long as you’ve not had too many cups of coffee. ... "
" ... I also like to take it down by the creek to scope wildlife in the morning with my coffee. ... "
Battery / Charging
3+100%
" ... Second good news, the letter carrier did not charge me any fees. ... "
" ... Finally, the price seems more than fair, especially considering what others charge for their similar product. ... "
" ... Honestly it feels like they should be charging triple what this costs. ... "
Battery
3+100%
" ... Second good news, the letter carrier did not charge me any fees. ... "
" ... Finally, the price seems more than fair, especially considering what others charge for their similar product. ... "
" ... Honestly it feels like they should be charging triple what this costs. ... "
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