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product_id: 48996745
title: "Vortex Solo 10x36 mm Monocular, Black"
brand: "vortex"
price: "HK$2374"
currency: HKD
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reviews_count: 13
url: https://www.desertcart.hk/products/48996745-vortex-solo-10x36-mm-monocular-black
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# 36mm objective lens for brighter images 10x magnification for crisp detail Waterproof & fogproof sealed durability Vortex Solo 10x36 mm Monocular, Black

**Brand:** vortex
**Price:** HK$2374
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔭 Elevate your outdoor game with Vortex Solo — clarity that commands attention.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Vortex Solo 10x36 mm Monocular, Black by vortex
- **How much does it cost?** HK$2374 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hk](https://www.desertcart.hk/products/48996745-vortex-solo-10x36-mm-monocular-black)

## Best For

- vortex enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted vortex brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Rugged Ready:** Fully rubber armored body ensures a secure grip and withstands rough handling, built to last through all your adventures.
- • **Crystal-Clear Vision:** 10x magnification paired with fully multi-coated lenses delivers sharp, vibrant images that bring every detail into focus.
- • **On-the-Go Convenience:** Multi-position utility clip and adjustable eyecup make quick access and comfortable viewing effortless, even with glasses.
- • **Weatherproof Confidence:** Nitrogen purged and O-ring sealed design guarantees waterproof and fogproof performance, no matter the conditions.
- • **Bright & Balanced Optics:** 36mm objective lens strikes the perfect balance between light intake and compact size for stunning clarity in any light.

## Overview

The Vortex Solo 10x36 mm Monocular is a compact, lightweight optic featuring 10x magnification and a 36mm fully multi-coated objective lens for bright, crisp images. Its rugged rubber armor provides a secure grip and durability, while nitrogen purging and O-ring sealing ensure waterproof and fogproof reliability. Designed for quick attachment and comfortable use with or without glasses, it’s the perfect companion for professionals and outdoor enthusiasts seeking dependable, high-performance optics backed by a lifetime warranty.

## Description

You can always have a quality optic close at hand with the Solo monocular. This compact, easy to-carry monocular delivers quality viewing for outdoor enthusiasts who wish to bring nature A bit closer. The integral utility clip (36mm model only) attaches to flat-edged surfaces for quick external access. From bow hunters to backpackers, the Solo makes a great addition to any gear list.

Review: best monocular I've had - I've had two other monoculars in the past, I have a terrible habit of loosing them. The earliest one I had was less powerful but I forget the make/model. My last one was a "visionary" which had a very clever close range function for looking at insects and flora etc, it had the same stats for distance 10x but I think the field of vision was smaller than this. With this one the field of vision feels a lot larger even though I believe it's only 1 more than the visionary it somehow feels a lot bigger,brighter and crisper image. The monoculars structure is very satisfying because it feels very durable and textured, feeling like a sturdy piece of kit but is also very light. The pouch you get with it isn't the neoprene sock thing that you see in some of the you tube "unboxing" it is however a soft Velcro pouch like you'd normal get for a camera etc. A twist out eye relief which I find very useful because otherwise all I could see would be my own eyelashes on the lense. I recommend this monocular.
Review: A perfect balance between optical performance and size - This is a superb piece of kit. My old monocular of 30+ years, having given up the ghost, I was looking for a replacement. This Vortex 10 x 36 is, in my (experienced but not expert) opinion, about as good as it gets. I have seen no sign of chromatic abberation (fringeing) and the viewing field is sharply focused practically right across. (On cheaper models it is often only the centre of the viewing picture that stays in focus) It is not very heavy and is comparitively small, fitting snugly in the hand thanks to the rubber armour. It is actually a very solidly put together optic and although I haven't dropped it yet (!) it looks and feels like it could easily survive occasional rough handling. Unlike others here, I had no problems with the focusing ring being stiff. Perhaps that problem has been fixed? In use, the Vortex offers up a bright, clear image. 10x magnification is about all you would effectively need, since anything more powerful would be almost impossible to use because of the natural movement you encounter with one-handed operation on a narrow field of view. What's critical is the diameter of the objective lens. Most monoculars have objective lenses of around 25mm. But the bigger this number, the more light gets in and the brighter and clearer the image you will see. Of course, the bigger the lens, the bigger the device, so a balance has to be struck. And, for me, Vortex have got it bang on with a 36 mm lens in a compact, rugged and, it has to be said, quite stylish looking device with superb optical performance. If I have to be picky, it's the case it comes with. This is open at the sides which can let dirt in. Also the belt loop is fixed with a press stud. This came undone on my first outing. However a bit of swift needlework has now permanently closed the loop, so problem solved. Lens caps would also be a real advantage. But the sheer optical quality, manufacturing excellence and performance in the field, to say nothing of the lifetime guarantee, are more than enough for me to give 5 stars. If you are looking for a powerful monocular with robust performance that could easily last you a lifetime, I recommend this without hesitation.

## Features

- 10x magnification and 36mm objectives lens, the Solo Monocular is a small, lightweight optic with fully multi-coated lenses, increasing the light transmission and resolution giving you the clear, crisp images you want.
- The monocular is fully rubber armored providing a non-slip grip to the user and making it extremely durable.
- Nitrogen purged and o-ring sealed, the Solo delivers waterproof and fogproof performance in any environment.
- The adjustable eyecup allows for comfortable viewing with or without glasses.
- The 36mm Solo comes with a versatile, multi-position utility clip for quick attachment to your equipment or clothing.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00161ZI4A |
| Best Sellers Rank | 39,911 in Electronics & Photo ( See Top 100 in Electronics & Photo ) 134 in Monoculars |
| Brand | Vortex |
| Colour | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (5,351) |
| Date First Available | 7 Aug. 2012 |
| Focus type | Manual Focus |
| Guaranteed software updates until | unknown |
| Included components | Vortex Optics Solo 10x36 Monoculars - Lanyard - |
| Item Weight | 9.7 Ounces |
| Item model number | S136 |
| Min Focal Length | 16.4 |
| Model year | 2016 |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 36 Millimetres |
| Package Dimensions L x W x H | 15.3 x 7.6 x 7.5 centimetres |
| Package Weight | 0.36 Kilograms |
| Part number | S136 |
| Product Dimensions L x W x H | 12.4 x 5.5 x 6 centimetres |
| Size | 10x36 |
| Style | 10x36 |
| Telescope Mount Description | Equatorial Mount |
| Warranty description | Unlimited, Unconditional Lifetime Warranty |
| Water Resistance Level | Waterproof |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Vortex
- **Eye piece lens description:** Monocentric
- **Finderscope:** Straight-Through
- **Focus type:** Manual Focus
- **Model name:** S136
- **Objective lens diameter:** 36 Millimetres
- **Optical tube length:** 5 inches
- **Power source:** Battery Powered
- **Product dimensions:** 12.4D x 5.5W x 6H centimetres
- **Telescope mount description:** Equatorial Mount

## Images

![Vortex Solo 10x36 mm Monocular, Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71AfIFIxGTL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can this be used for plane spotting**
A: Absolutely not. If you point this at a plane, the glass cracks immediately and it bursts into flames.

**Q: minimum focus distance**
A: 28cm

**Q: Does this have a lanyard fixture?**
A: if you look at picture 2 when image is magnified you can just make out lanyard position  hope this helps

**Q: Does it have a carry case or lens caps.**
A: Hello. The monocular has a carry case which can attach to a belt or it can be carried in the case using a shoulder strap. There are no lens caps. Hope this helps.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ best monocular I've had
*by A***M on 8 January 2017*

I've had two other monoculars in the past, I have a terrible habit of loosing them. The earliest one I had was less powerful but I forget the make/model. My last one was a "visionary" which had a very clever close range function for looking at insects and flora etc, it had the same stats for distance 10x but I think the field of vision was smaller than this. With this one the field of vision feels a lot larger even though I believe it's only 1 more than the visionary it somehow feels a lot bigger,brighter and crisper image. The monoculars structure is very satisfying because it feels very durable and textured, feeling like a sturdy piece of kit but is also very light. The pouch you get with it isn't the neoprene sock thing that you see in some of the you tube "unboxing" it is however a soft Velcro pouch like you'd normal get for a camera etc. A twist out eye relief which I find very useful because otherwise all I could see would be my own eyelashes on the lense. I recommend this monocular.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A perfect balance between optical performance and size
*by O***R on 9 January 2015*

This is a superb piece of kit. My old monocular of 30+ years, having given up the ghost, I was looking for a replacement. This Vortex 10 x 36 is, in my (experienced but not expert) opinion, about as good as it gets. I have seen no sign of chromatic abberation (fringeing) and the viewing field is sharply focused practically right across. (On cheaper models it is often only the centre of the viewing picture that stays in focus) It is not very heavy and is comparitively small, fitting snugly in the hand thanks to the rubber armour. It is actually a very solidly put together optic and although I haven't dropped it yet (!) it looks and feels like it could easily survive occasional rough handling. Unlike others here, I had no problems with the focusing ring being stiff. Perhaps that problem has been fixed? In use, the Vortex offers up a bright, clear image. 10x magnification is about all you would effectively need, since anything more powerful would be almost impossible to use because of the natural movement you encounter with one-handed operation on a narrow field of view. What's critical is the diameter of the objective lens. Most monoculars have objective lenses of around 25mm. But the bigger this number, the more light gets in and the brighter and clearer the image you will see. Of course, the bigger the lens, the bigger the device, so a balance has to be struck. And, for me, Vortex have got it bang on with a 36 mm lens in a compact, rugged and, it has to be said, quite stylish looking device with superb optical performance. If I have to be picky, it's the case it comes with. This is open at the sides which can let dirt in. Also the belt loop is fixed with a press stud. This came undone on my first outing. However a bit of swift needlework has now permanently closed the loop, so problem solved. Lens caps would also be a real advantage. But the sheer optical quality, manufacturing excellence and performance in the field, to say nothing of the lifetime guarantee, are more than enough for me to give 5 stars. If you are looking for a powerful monocular with robust performance that could easily last you a lifetime, I recommend this without hesitation.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great lense
*by B***T on 21 December 2025*

Great lense great service thanks

## Frequently Bought Together

- Vortex Optics Solo Monocular 10x36 - Utility Clip, Adjustable Eyecup, Fully Multi-Coated Lenses, Rubber Armor, Non-Slip Grip, Fogproof, Waterproof - Unlimited, Unconditional Warranty
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