SPORT OPTICS Photo: Martin Dlouhý CONTENTS About the company ________________________________________________________ 4 Basic concepts _____________________________________________________________ 6 BINOCULARS ______________________________________________________________ 8 FOREMAN® PRO XLD _______________________________________________ 10 LEADER® PRO ED __________________________________________________ 12 LEADER® WR ______________________________________________________ 14 LEADER® R ________________________________________________________ 16 LEADER® __________________________________________________________ 18 BEATER® __________________________________________________________ 20 RIFLESCOPES _____________________________________________________________ 24 FOREMAN® ________________________________________________________ 26 BEATER® __________________________________________________________ 30 Dot sights _________________________________________________________ 34 SPOTTING SCOPES _______________________________________________________ 36 FOREMAN® ________________________________________________________ 38 LEADER® __________________________________________________________ 40 ACCESSORIES _____________________________________________________________ 42 Ballistic calculator ________________________________________________________ 47 Aiming reticles ____________________________________________________________ 47 Technical parameters _____________________________________________________ 48 FOMEI CUP ________________________________________________________________ 52 COMPANY Founded in 1990, FOMEI is headquartered in the Czech PROFILE Republic. Our main business is development, sales and service of equipment, materials and accessories. We export FOMEI products to more than 25 countries in Europe and beyond. We are a comprehensive supplier of goods and services, including warranty and post-warranty service. PHOTO In the field of optics, FOMEI is involved in development, sales DIVISION and service of binoculars and riflescopes for forestry, sport and tourism. In preparing new models, we integrate the experience of partners in the Czech Republic and beyond. FOMEI product prototypes are tested in a wide range of situations, and under the most demanding conditions, in Central Europe, Scandinavia and the Baltic countries. All the knowledge gained is continuously used to improve the level and quality of FOMEI products. The top model lines — FOREMAN®, LEADER® and BEATER® — are distributed throughout Europe. FOMEI also actively supports young foresters and sport marksmen. Complete warranty and post-warranty service is provided right at company headquarters in Hradec Králové, Czech Republic. We develop and market FOMEI products based on regular market research. This ensures state-of-the-art performance throughout the brand’s selection. A special service and quality control team provides continuous service support for all FOMEI products delivered to the market. ... solutions for you 4 SERVICE Every FOMEI riflescope and binocular set undergoes individual inspection and adjustment at a special workshop in Hradec Králové. The same workshop provides warranty and post- -warranty service. FOMEI optical devices come with a 3- to 5-year warranty, depending on the model line. Post-warranty service is provided for the entire life of the device. FOMEI service even has the technology to refill devices with inert gas. 5 MAGNIFICATION The best-known parameter that determines by multiples how close the observed object appears. The greater the binoculars’ or riflescope’s zoom, there closer the object appears. For example, at 7x zoom, an object at 140 m is magnified to look like it is 20 m away. LENS DIAMETER The lens diameter on binoculars and riflescopes is expressed as the diameter of the front lens through which light enters the device. It is expressed in millimetres. A device with a larger lens diameter has better optical properties under poor light conditions. RELATIVE Relative focal ratio indicates the ratio of magnification to the FOCAL RATIO lens diameter. It is one of the technical parameters of optical devices. When selecting binoculars or a riflescope, it is important to pay attention to still other parameters, such as anti-reflective coatings or prism glass material. EXIT PUPIL The exit pupil diameter is indicated by the ratio of the lens DIAMETER diameter to magnification. The larger the exit pupil, the more light reaches the user’s eye. For example, 9x63 binoculars have an exit pupil of 7 mm, so for light passage they are better than 10x42 binoculars, which have an exit pupil of 4.2 mm. FIELD OF VIEW The field of view indicates the horizon width at a given dis- tance. Generally it is expressed in metres and is supplemen- ted by the viewing angle. For FOMEI binoculars, we compare at 1000 m, and for riflescopes, we indicate the field of view at 100 m. The field of view also depends on the zoom. The greater the zoom, the smaller the field of view. ANTI-REFLECTIVE A multi-layer anti-reflective protective coating to lenses and COATINGS prisms is an indispensable addition to any optical device. It prevents reflective light and allows maximum optical system permeability. The level of the anti-reflective layer is important in choosing the binoculars or riflescope. 6 ALL-GLASS FOMEI binoculars use carefully selected optical glass of a qua- OPTICS lity appropriate to the relevant model line. All elements of the optical system are glass. ED TECHNOLOGY On selected FOMEI binocular models, the optical system is (EXTRA-LOW made using ED technology. This technology prevents light DISPERSION) passing through from polarizing on the colour spectrum. It greatly increases the focal ratio, contrast and sharpness of the object being observed. HTC/DEC – Every glass component of a FOMEI binocular or riflescope SPECIAL optical system has an anti-reflective treatment that perfectly ANTI-REFLECTIVE ensures light transmission through the device. The top-of- COATINGS the-line anti-reflective treatments are HTC (High Transmission Coating – for lenses) and DEC (DiElectric Coating – for prism treatment). Binoculars and riflescopes with those treatments are appropriate for observation under reduced light conditions. DRY NITROGEN Selected FOMEI binoculars are filled with an inert gas — dry FILLING nitrogen — when they are manufactured. This ensures their water and dust resistance. This technology also prevents internal condensation in the optics if there is a sudden temperature change (transition from a cool to a warm environment). TWIST-UP Most FOMEI binoculars have a TWIST-UP eyepiece that allows EYEPIECE individual adjustment of the eyepiece distance from the eye. When the eyepiece is twisted, it is possible to use this type of binoculars even with eyeglasses. BRAND-NAME The FOMEI brand supplies a wide range of add-ons for using ACCESSORIES and maintaining its binoculars and riflescopes. They include bags, straps, tripods, cleaning sets, Neoprene cases for riflescopes, etc. 7 FOREMAN® PRO XLD, LEADER® PRO ED, LEADER® WR, LEADER® R, LEADER®, BEATER® BIN OCUL ARS FOREMAN® PRO XLD BINOCULARS An exclusive range of binoculars produced with the very highest-quality materials. With their outstanding transmission and use of residual light, they are suitable for nocturnal observation of animals, the heavens, and more. They are robust, water-resistant binoculars filled with dry nitrogen. FOREMAN® PRO XLD 8x52 FOREMAN® PRO XLD These compact binoculars’ workman- ship makes them suitable for evening observation of animals, and for every- day wanders through nature. BINOCULARS 8x56 FOREMAN® PRO XLD Uncompromising binoculars inten- ded for evening observation. Their 56 mm input lenses give them excellent performance under any conditions. 11 LEADER® PRO ED BINOCULARS Binoculars for discerning users and professionals. Optical components of ED glass provide maximum sharpness, contract and optical focal ratio. Thanks to these properties, the binoculars can be used even under the most demanding light conditions. Their water-resistant construction is filled with dry nitrogen. LEADER® PRO ED 10x42 LEADER® PRO ED Excellent binoculars for everyday observation in forestry, bird-watching and even hiking. BINOCULARS 8x56 LEADER® PRO ED The ideal helper when observing under reduced lighting conditions, with perfect image rendering. The ED glass installed in these binocu- lars removes colour aberrations and increases the contrast of the objects observed. 13 LEADER® WR BINOCULARS Water-resistant binoculars for night-time users, suitable for hunting, sports and hiking. The WR lens treatment ensures a high optics focal ratio and resistance to rain and splashing water. DUAL FOCUS mechanics are used for focusing. Magnesium components provide very solid construction with low weight. LEADER® WR 8x50 LEADER® WR Compact binoculars whose construction makes them an indispensable helper in everyday work under difficult con- ditions, in the woods or mountains. Suitable for observation under reduced light conditions. BINOCULARS 10x50 LEADER® WR Compact binoculars useful for hiking, sports and bird-watching. A DSLR adapter can be used to connect with a camera to get extraordinary photos. 15 LEADER® R BINOCULARS Binoculars with the ZCF design are outstanding for their perfect focal ratio and wide field of view. Models with fixed zoom are ideal for hunting and observation in reduced light conditions. Binoculars with variable zoom are an ideal assistant for wandering in nature, hiking or observing the night sky. LEADER®