I use 3 different optics for elk hunting. I have a spotting scope I use with a window mount on the truck for glassing distant ridges. I don't carry it on a stalk. It stays in the truck. For general hunting I use a pair of Leica 10x42's which I consider about perfect. if I'm hunting light or in heavy thick cover I use a pair of Nikon 10x25 ultra-lights. For me 10x is good I adapt which 10x I use to the individual situation.