Where can I get binoculars in Olympia?


You can try a discount store or a sporting goods store. I like Don's Camera at the corner of State and Franklin (225 East State Street, phone 943-1703).

As of 25 March, they have some nice 10x50 binoculars and some good prices.

  • Minolta XL standard: they have just two 6.5 degree binoculars left, for $179. Very nice optics - I would get these if I didn't already have a pair.
  • Minolta XL standard 5.5 degree cost $269. More are available, same nice optics
  • Bausch and Lomb 10x50 for $180 - these have roof prisms, not porro - optics not quite as good
  • Bushnell 10x50 for $160 - also roof prisms.