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Excellent quality binoculars are indispensable for many activities to include tactical operations, general recreation, watching sporting events, wildlife watching, and hunting. In th...
PART 3 of 3: Excellent quality binoculars are indispensable for many activities to include tactical operations, general recreation, watching sporting events, wildlife watching, and hunting. In this three part video series, I take an in-depth look at features, terminology (simplified), and specifications that will make a difference in the performance of your selected binos. My current reference standard for high value and yet super high quality medium-format binos are the excellent "Nikon Monarch ATB" series. These Monarch 8x42 and 10x42 binos compare very favorably against MUCH more expensive binoculars and they are generally THE class leader against all comers in terms of weight at a very light 21.5 oz (subject to change). These Nikons are some of the most popular binos in the world today and have amassed an impressive track record of dependable performance and they have many fans the world over. They offer an incredible quality level and set of features for around $300: high quality and precision-ground Eco glass, phase-corrected and fully multi-coated optics, tough quality construction with useful rubber armor, total waterproofness, extendable eyecups that stay in place, a stiff hinge to maintain alignment, outstanding optical resistance to light flare-ups (from night urban lighting), an incredible 25 year generous replacement warranty, and they are offered in some great colors (black, tan and green camo patterns). A minor downside are lens covers that don't fit tight enough and they come with an unimpressive carry case. Sure it'd be great to have a pair of Leicas or Swarovski 10x42 binos but they are outrageously expensive, are still heavier than the Monarch ATBs (!), and they do not represent good value. Who has an extra $2,000 to $3,000 to devote soley to ONE pair of binos?! We all have too many gear needs competing for our limited funds. But these Monarch binos will more than adequately fill your optics requirements. From over nine years experience, I can attest these Monarch ATB binos will hold their own against most other offerings and are comfortable for extended viewing sessions. They offer the best compromise of brightness, sharpness, weight, ease of use, compactness, and durability that's currently available (Nov 2008) and they will delight the majority of users with their impressive performance. ////////////////Nutnfancy Likeability Scale: 10 out of 10
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I recently got Pentax 10x50 DCF SP roof prism. Are they better or worse than 10x43 DCF SP? The field of view is surprisingly narrower (5 degrees) than the 10x43 (6+ degrees, I think). Anyway, the 10x50s are still quite small and very light, compared to my Fujinon 8x42 CD, which are quite heavy.
I've had a pair of these binocs (Nikon Monarchs) for a while and I've gotta agree - GREAT value for the money and great binocs. However, recently I spoiled myself and bought a pair of swarovski el 10x42 and I think they are worth the price. I use them solely for hunting and especially put on a tripod I pick up a ton more animals. Dusk and dawn is when they really shine. Great videos though keep up the good work.
I think you have a misunderstanding about warranty. If you drop your binocular and it get damaged, it's your fault and you have to pay what it takes to repair it, questions ARE asked.
That's not true. I got a pair for Christmas, dropped then about two months ago and had to send them for repair (broke one of the extending eye cups) I followed the service directions online, told them exactly what happened. They repaired them and shipped them back. No cost. That's why it's called a NO-FAULT 25 year warrenty.
are you sure because companies such as Leatherman have a lifetime warranty on anything, but I do recognize that other companies like Silva only have warranty on faulty workmanship and won't replace it if you smashed their compass
We have Nikon, Leica and Olympus microscopes in the labs... We love our Nikons the best, their lens and mechanics are tops, but wasn't sure that the quality transcended to the world of binoculars.
I was surprised to hear the Nikons were more competitively priced then the others, because in the scientific field that doesn't seem to be the case.
O.K. I am sending my order out for the Nikons... thanks, you made the research easy.
I've seen that case before, but I can't remember where or what brand it was either. Maybe I'll have to stop by Sportsman's Warehouse and see if I can find it.
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warranty. If you drop your binocular and it
get damaged, it's your fault and you have
to pay what it takes to repair it, questions
ARE asked.
We have Nikon, Leica and Olympus microscopes in the labs... We love our Nikons the best, their lens and mechanics are tops, but wasn't sure that the quality transcended to the world of binoculars.
I was surprised to hear the Nikons were more competitively priced then the others, because in the scientific field that doesn't seem to be the case.
O.K. I am sending my order out for the Nikons... thanks, you made the research easy.