Quillon Wren 7x35 binoculars, with parallelogram mount

Specifications

Description

The Wren 7x35 is a Porro-prism binocular with 35 mm objectives and 7x magnification. Its 9-degree true field is very wide, which makes it a good binocular for sweeping large areas of the sky and for learning the constellations.

With 7x magnification and a 5 mm exit pupil, the Wren 7x35 gives a bright, steady view by hand. The whole of the Orion belt and sword region fits in one field, and so does the Coathanger asterism in Vulpecula. The Andromeda Galaxy shows as an elongated glow, and the brighter open clusters along the Milky Way stand out from the star fields around them.

The Porro-prism design gives a slightly wider spacing of the objectives than a roof-prism binocular, which adds some depth to daytime views. The BaK-4 prisms show round exit pupils, and the optics are multi-coated on the main surfaces. The body is splash-resistant but not fully sealed, so keep it dry and let it warm up indoors before you put it away.

At 600 g, the Wren 7x35 is easy to carry and to hand around at an outreach event. The 15 mm eye relief suits observers without glasses and some glasses wearers. The focus wheel moves both sides, and the right eyepiece has a diopter ring.

The smaller objectives collect less light than a 50 mm binocular, so faint galaxies and nebulae are harder to see. As a first binocular for star-hopping practice, or as a wide-field companion to a telescope, the Wren 7x35 is practical and simple to use.

The Porro design also keeps the price moderate for the optical quality. If you later add a larger binocular or a telescope, the Wren 7x35 remains useful as a quick-look instrument for checking sky conditions before a session.

About this configuration

All configurations of the Quillon Wren 7x35 binoculars share the same magnification and objective size; the options below change the package and finish. The parallelogram mount keeps the binoculars at eye level while you move them across the sky in smooth arcs. A parallelogram mount lets observers of different heights share the same view without aiming the binoculars again. ED glass reduces the color fringing that otherwise appears around bright objects such as the Moon and Venus.

The tan armor is easy to spot when you set the binoculars down on the grass in the dark. This is the 2023 edition of the Wren line, the earliest version that is still listed in the catalog. Before you add a mount or adapter later, check the compatibility notes for the thread and fitting that this binocular uses.

What's in the box

• Binoculars with neck strap
• Objective and rain guard caps
• Soft carrying case
• Parallelogram mount with counterweight
• Tripod adapter

Compatibility notes

• The central tripod socket takes a standard L-shaped binocular adapter with a 1/4-20 thread.
• Fits standard binocular harnesses.