The Maven CS.2A 26-66x85 has the highest magnification and largest objective diameter among Mavens spotting scopes. The scope appears to be made or at least assembled in China unlike the Japanese S-series scopes. But don't let Sino-Snobbery bias you, the glass and build quality is a match to Maven's other premium optics. This scope uses ED glass like Mavens other C-series scopes. Color balance, sharpness, and brightness were on par with other quality scopes in the 1K-1.5K price tier.
Its only disappointment is it's lack of field-grade lens caps or backpack ready carrying case or skin. While many premium scope brands also eschew accessories, Maven took the time to produce a custom branded front lens cap; yet somehow didn't design it to have a simple lanyard loop to help keep an outdoorsman from losing it in the field.
Despite this nitpick, the CS.2A's body design is armored and ruggedized for harsher outdoor conditions. At 60oz, the CS.2A is impressively light for an 85mm spotter. This scope has the power, features, and style that a well heeled back-country hunters or birders can appreciate.
RETAIL LINKS
Maven.com*: https://alnk.to/7BfCc5l
Amazon*: https://amzn.to/3YaYJt8
RESOLUTION
Element 6 / Group 0
SPECS
CS.2A
Magnification: 26x-66x
Obj. lens: 85mm
Exit pupil: 3.3mm / 1.3mm
Field of view (ft/1000 yds) : 113ft /56ft
Twilight factor: 47 / 75
Eye relief : 16mm - 17mm
Min focus: 16ft
Dimensions: W 15" x H 4: x D 6"
Weight : 60.0 oz
Prisms type:Schmidt-Pechan
Gas Purge: Nitrogen
Lens type: ED
