Nikon - MONARCH 5 8x42 Binoculars - Black

I bought a cheap pair of binoculars in Ketchikan, Alaska and regretted from then until now that I didn’t get the Nikon Monarch I just bought! Imagine traveling in Alaska with cheesy binox! My sister has had a pair of Nikons for years and has urged me to go for the gusto; so I donated my other pair and ordered these. I COULDN’T BE HAPPIER!! Now I just have to get back to Alaska!!

My husband and I are planning a safari next year and based upon the recommendations of many safari operators, this pair of binoculars came high recommended. When I compared them to other brands and different powers, this one was just right. Not too heavy and easy to use. I wear glasses so the adjustable eye pieces fit both of us well. I also like the attached lens covers, you can't loose them and you don't need to keep track of them. A great feature.

Bought this for my wife for the Christmas Bird Count, Read a lot of reviews and this seemed the best quality image and handling for my price limit. They have a sharp image across a reasonably wide field of view. I think they are exactly what we hoped for and the bank was not broken.

I will be using these binoculars to watch the 35th America's Cup in Bermuda and they are perfect for the job. Great carry case that will go on your hip, nice thick strap around the neck and rubber caps on the end that are fixed to optics so you can't lose them.

We live in a urban high rise overlooking the lake. These glasses are light, durable and amazingly crystal clear vision. The casing on the lenses makes you stop worrying about dropping them.

I did al lot of research before buying the Nikon Monarch 5 binoculars. I waited a year for the price to drop. It didn't so I bought them anyway. I wasn't disappointed. Comfortable, easy to use and adjust, and amazing clarity.

Very good, better than most similar priced rivals. Waay better than anything less than $200. For non-birder wife or visitor, or spare on a trip if your good bins lost/damaged

For the price I dare you to find something this nice. I've used products much more expensive and I can't tell the difference. If bird guys tell you to buy these then you know they are good.