I just bought a pair of the 8x42's. They are a great value. Good clear optics, wterproof, fogproof, phase coated prism, fully multicoated lenses. I tried these out side by side with the Nikon Monarch ATB's and the Bushnell Legends and the Pentax were the brightest and clearest of the three.

I got mine over the internet at 17thStreetPhoto.com for $217 including shipping and after the $30 mail-in-rebate Pentax is offering on these I've got a great set of glass for only $187!

Did I mention I ordered them on wednesday and received them in time to use them on opening day friday?[8D]