Question 1

How good would these be to use to spot small things around 1000+ yards??

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The question as written would be very difficult for me to answer. I don't have a good feel for what 1000 yards (more than 1/2 mile) looks like. Small is relative: compared to a car, a car window is small, compared to a bird, a birds eye is small. The thing that would not change is that you would need some kind of sturdy support. These are large, heavy binoculars and hand holding them will just cause you frustration.

Question 2

Are the actual dimensions of these 25-125/80 Skymasters 18" x 12" x 8"? I want to find a good protective carry case for them beforecI buy them.

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No, those are not the actual dimensions of the 25-125 x 80 Celestron Skymaster binoculars, Model 71020. I own this pair.The Celestron product box it comes in is 16 1/8" tall by 10 7/8" wide by 7" deep.This product box also comes inside a Celestron shipping box that is 17 1/2" tall by 11 7/8" wide by 7 3/4" deep. This is likely the dimensions you have quoted.The exact manner in which these binoculars are stowed will determine the internal dimensions required in a hard case.As this set has a integral tripod mounting system (which can twist, or have its securing knob removed), along with the fact that the binoculars can 'fold' slightly for pupilary distance adjustment, the dimensions are actually variable for storage.The EXACT dimensions are -Height A: 13.500 inches (13 1/2" or 342.900 mm) with no caps in place, and eye relief down.Height B: 13.750 inches (13 3/4" or 349.250 mm) with all caps in place.Width A: 8.5625 inches (8 9/16" or 217.487 mm) when 'folded' (eye protection caps do not fit properly when binoculars are 'folded')Width B: 9.125 inches (9 1/8" or 231.775 mm) when 'unfolded'.Depth A: 4.000 inches (4" or 101.600 mm) when 'folded' and the tripod retention knob is removed.Depth B: 4.4375 inches (4 7/16" or 112.7125 mm) when 'unfolded' and the tripod retention knob is removed.Depth C: 4.750 inches (4 3/4" or 120.650 mm) when 'unfolded' and the tripod retention knob is left in place.So according to my EXACT measurements -The very smallest interior dimensions of a hard case would be by using Height A, Width A, and Depth A, which amounts to:13.5 inches by 8.5625 inches by 4 inches (462.375 cubic inches).The very largest interior dimensions of a hard case would be by using Height B, Width B, and Depth C, which amounts to:13.75 inches by 9.125 inches by 4.75 inches (595.976562 cubic inches)...So it all depends on how you configure the binoculars for storage that will determine what size hard case to acquire. Personally, I'd go with the larger case, so the protection caps can be used.If you concur, you might check into the Pelican "1485 Air" case w/ foam (about $161), or the Pelican "1450 Protector" case w/ foam (about $94), but these can be expensive.You might just take the 2 very same closed-cell foam inserts that come in the box and use them inside a hinged (2" down from the most expansive face) wood box you create for yourself with the interior dimensions of 15.5" by 10.5" by 6.5".Good luck, and let me know if you need any further information.

Question 3

Is it Normal to kinda see a double image at full 125x magnification?

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Yes, I really liked them at minimum magnification. I couldn't see well at the 125. It was double image and smaller and somewhat blurry. I was disappointed. I wanted something like you would see on an observatory. Like the space needle or a scenic view scope. I wanted to watch cruise ships in the distance but it wasn't really satisfied because I couldn't really see the people it was too small and uneven.

Question 4

What is the close focusing distance?

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The focus is a joke. I sent it back immediately as most other people did. Please read the reviews.

ASIN	B073ZFBGVK
Age Range Description	Adult
Best Sellers Rank	#75,629 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #299 in Binoculars
Brand	Celestron
Built-In Media	1 x Celestron Skymaster Zoom Binocular, 15-35 x 70 mm Size, Black
Coating	Multi-Coated
Color	Black
Customer Reviews	4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars (361)
Diopter Adjustment Range	+/- 5 diopters
Enclosure Material	Rubber
Exit-Pupil Diameter	4.7 Millimeters
Eye Relief	20.3 Millimeters
Features	Long Eye Relief
Field of View	111 Feet
Focus Description	Manual Focus
Focus Type	Center Focus
Global Trade Identification Number	00050234710138
Item Dimensions L x W	38.1L x 27.9W centimeters
Item Dimensions L x W x H	22.9L x 11.9W x 30H centimeters
Item Type Name	Binoculars
Item Weight	1503 Grams
Low Light Technology	yes
Magnification Maximum	35
Manufacturer	Celestron Acquisition, LLC
Manufacturer Part Number	71013
Model Name	Skymaster
Model Number	71013
Mount Type	Tripod Mount
Number of Items	1
Objective Lens Diameter	70 Millimeters
Prism Type	BaK-4 Prisms
Relative Brightness	4.7
Size Map	Full Size
Specific Uses	Star Gazing
UPC	050234710138
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Warranty Description	Limited Lifetime Warranty
Water Resistance Level	Water Resistant
Zoom Ratio	35 multiplier_x

Celestron – Skymaster 15–35X70 Binocular Outdoor And Astronomy 15-35X Zoom Eyepiece Large Aperture For Long Distance Viewing Multi-Coated Optics Carrying Case Included

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