RE: best binocular ??
Leopold Cascade 10x42 ($280) they weight 22 oz. which is 7 oz lighter then Bushnell Legends, 8 oz. lighter then Swarovski SLC & about the same as Nikon ATB (21.1oz.) Same clarity as the nikons, but $30 cheaper. Both binos I liked, didn't feel heavy around neck and good all round optics.