Perfect for my needs - Pentax S-Series Superior SP 20x60mm WP Full Size Porro Prism Binoculars

Great value. High quality fully multi coated optics. Shockproof and waterproof to 3 feet. Excellent eye relief. Crystal clear detailed image. I can easily see the leaf buds on a maple tree 30 yards from my back door. The detented twist up eyecups work very well. The focus lock is another great feature. I have read complaints about the narrow field of view and flimsy carrying case. I found the field of view perfect for casual observing and star gazing, and the case does everything I need it to do. The quality is at least equal to binoculars costing much more. I would not want to spend less either and possibly get stuck with colimation issues. Lastly while not hard to hand hold, you will need a tripod mount. I ordered the Leopold model and it works well. There are many others. Pentax sp 20x60 wp. Outstanding value.