Reviews - Nikon Monarch ATB 8x42 Waterproof Binoculars 7430 Reviews - NI-BI-8x42-Monarch-7430

Author: Sandy (verified customer) from Basking Ridge NJ on Feb 11, 2010
Pros:  Light weight, easy to focus, good clarity
Cons:  cheap eye cups
Would recommend:  yes

Sandy wrote:

We love the binoculars for birding or boating.

Author: Survivor711 (verified customer) , Love nature and outdoor activities., from San Antonio, Texas on Jan 9, 2010
Pros:  Absolutely fantastic clarity, lightweight and durable construction
Cons:  None that I can tell
Would recommend:  yes

Survivor711 wrote:

I researched for about two months before purchasing these. I look for value and resale potential allowing me to move up in class if warranted. These binoculars are far superior to anything I have used. When compared to less expensive glasses in the stores, this set gave me what I needed. I wear no line glasses and the extended eye relief is perfect. A quick twist also allows me to use them without my glasses when I need to. The covers and case provide sufficient protection when they are stored. I don't normally get excited about purchases but with these I am both proud and excited. I am showing them to all my friends and sharing the nice find!

Author: nlkauffmann (verified customer) , Retired Educator, Consultant - active in outdoor sports, from Goshen, Indiana on Jan 9, 2010
Pros:  Clarity, ease of use and field of vision
Would recommend:  yes

nlkauffmann wrote:

I could not be more pleased. Service from Optics Planet exceeded my expectations - arrived the day after I ordered on line! Price beat any I found anywhere on line.

Author: bhug (verified customer) from Charleston, WV on Dec 17, 2009
Pros:  Clarity, Ease of use with glasses
Would recommend:  yes

bhug wrote:

Great binoculars and crystal clear. I wear glasses and these bino's do not disappoint.

Author: Larry (verified customer) , Avid birder, nature lover, from Newport News, VA on Dec 13, 2009
Pros:  clarity, light weight
Cons:  eye caps fitting to loose
Would recommend:  yes

Larry wrote:

As an avid birder this binoc was a hugh difference like night & day. The clarity was super. I know I made the right purchase

Author: JDS (verified customer) , Birder, from Los Gatos on Dec 5, 2009
Pros:  Great lens for the price
Cons:  Lens caps fall off too easily
Would recommend:  yes

JDS wrote:

Great binoculars for the price. The clarity is wonderful and they are lightweight, easy to carry on adventures.

Author: Anne (verified customer) from Vail, CO on Nov 8, 2009
Would recommend:  yes

Anne wrote:

Lighter weight,brighter,& steadier than my Pentax 10X42's.

Author: trijet (verified customer) from miami on Oct 12, 2009
Pros:  light, rubber coating, optics
Cons:  caps
Would recommend:  yes

trijet wrote:

Lens caps on eye side, fall off easily

Author: desert pat (verified customer) , birdwatching,backpacking,bicycling, from Tucson, AZ on Aug 30, 2009
Pros:  bright,clear optics- lightweight
Cons:  none
Would recommend:  yes

desert pat wrote:

As an avid birdwatcher on a budget these were perfect.Within minutes of receiving them, I was observing a thrasher in great detail in dim evening light.I would have had to spend at least 3 times as much to gain any noticeable difference.With a great price & fast free shipping from Optics Planet, Im very pleased.

Author: Merlin Lilienthal (verified customer) , Retired Military, from Glide, OR on Mar 11, 2009
Pros:  Best set Iv'e ever owned
Would recommend:  yes

Merlin Lilienthal wrote:

Would buy this set again and again.