Thanks for the replies

PA- the nikons are OK just didn't work for me. I found afew post around the net where others felt the same.

I begged and borrowed and went with 8 x 43 pentax SP's. Hopefully these will last me many years.





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Great Choice on your Bino Selection....
Pentax SP are sweet...

Thats what everyone has been writing about these things. I am getting excited about using them this weekend in the field.

Light gathering machines I hope!

Good deal digi. The Pentax SPs are an excellent choice. They actually have a flatter focused view than the Monarchs and are about the same size. I don't think you will regret your decision one bit.

Keep us updated on how they work in the field.

Just to update

The new binos are working out great. Very good in low light. I also where glasses some times and the eye relief is very good. I have had them in the rain a couple of times with no problems as well.

Overall I am very happy with this purchase. I believe it was money well spent for now and years to come.



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Digi,

Glad to hear you're happy with your Pentax binos. I've been happy with mine, too, now that I've been able to use them in actual hunting conditions.

Jim