Pentax 30x60 HG - help pls (1 Viewer)

[Macm1234]

Hello fellow bird lovers,

If I may, I’d like to ask if anyone knows anything about this particular spotting scope. I’ve searched and searched and find no user reviews. I wrote Pentax support and they didn’t have any information either.

The Pentax 30-60 HG was made in the mid 1990s. I did find this link which shows specs on box:

Spotting Scope 30 X 60 Hg

Looks like nice ED glass. What I’m not sure about is the focusing system or the true compatibility of additional eyepieces. Focusing could be awkward.

There’s one available in my state for under $300 and looks pristine in the photos. But it’s a long drive.

Can anyone weigh in with experience or else general advice?

Thanks,
Mike

 

[Binastro]

Hi Mike and welcome.

It say 65mm objective and 82mm filters plus it accepts 1.25 inch fit eyepieces and is waterproof.

But it also says 30x60, so what is it actually?

The price sounds good, although it is a straight scope not angled.

Regards,
B.

 

[Binastro]

There is a post from 2021? Bushnell Spacemaster II versus Pentax 30x60 HG.

The price mentioned is $125.

Regards,
B.

 

[KC Foggin]

Hi Mike and a warm welcome to you from those of us on BirdForum . Enjoy !

 

[Binastro]

I think that the information supplied with the 30x60 HG scope is actually from a different scope, the Pentax 65 ED.

The 30x60 HG may not have ED glass and may not take 1.25 inch fit eyepieces? or even take any different eyepieces.

If so, one needs to clarify the real situation and $300 is too much.

Regards,
B.

 

[Macm1234]

Thank you all! Yeah, those specs don’t make sense, right?

I did find the manual online. Takes 67 mm filter so clearly those specs are for something else. No mention of ED glass.

Guess I’ll pass unless someone comes along who’s used it.

http://c2b6d376b97bcc466063-5420c200a1f030d1394a9548df6eadbd.r5.cf2.rackcdn.com/files/support/manual/1315957795_30x60_HG_Spotting_Scope.pdf

Appreciate your kindness!

 

[Binastro]

At best a mistake, at worst dishonest advertising.

I would steer clear unless $125 as mentioned in the other thread.

Regards,
B.

 

[Macm1234]

Just to clarify, the first link I gave was just to represent what the one in my area looks like.

 

[Binastro]

So, it was not the seller who posted information on perhaps the Pentax 65 ED, which is a different spotting scope.

$300 seems too much for a Pentax 30x60 HG, but I am not sure what the current price would be.

Regards,
B.