Nikon 12x42mm team realtree monarch trt binoculars 7299 - Nikon 12x42mm Team REALTREE Monarch TRT Binoculars

This is my first pair of 'nicer low to mid-range priced binoculars. For me these are lightyears ahead of bargain brands. I've used them to glass surrounding hillsides from up close to as far possible and from full sun to very low light conditions. The clarity and detail is outstanding. Focus is very smooth and natural. Adjustable eyecups help with fatigue I think. In a word the view is 'awesome' The only drawback I see is with the silly ocular lense cap included. I seriously don't know what they were thinking with this..It's a one piece design that is much too large for the eyecups. The only way they'll manage to stay at all is if you sqeeze the two halves of the binocular together, pinching the cover in the middle with a slight friction fit. I'll have to try to rig up some rubber bands or something keep the cover with the binoculars, otherwise it'll be lost immediately. I got camo mostly because I thought it was kinda cool..but the lense covers are black, not camo, as is the carry case..for hunting I'd want to add a chest strap too. Overall though..excellent and I would recommend!
Pros: Solid feel, very clear, good depth of field, easy focus
Cons: The ocular lense cap is silly and practically useless as designed.

This review was written in the old system and had content requirements that are different than reviews written today.