Not bad for the money - Vortex Diamondback 12x50mm Binoculars D5012

Heres the deal. If you can hold off and save just a bit more money cash, get the VIPER version of this. 12x50. These are ok, not real big at all. I got a bargain, they were on sale and I had a coupon so it was worth the try. They are ok. The best at this price point. They are not as good as far as brilliance and clarity, but you get what you pay for. I have several bino's but not one 12x or above for long distance scanning and "truck bino's" scouting etc. They operate as they should the case is awesome. the strap for the bino's is good. eye cups that screw out are great. they could have put a lock on the right eye dioper adjustment ring. The Viper has that feature I think. All in all for 178.00! I can't go wrong. I seen some Nikon's 12x42 that I would have probably bought instead. the phase 3 or pro staff 7's they seemed a bit better and were around 300.00 or so. These are ok, that's all. not up to the great Vortex reputation though. the Diamondback line is made in china. I hope that 41-16 HP scope I ordered is better than these bino's!! those will go back if not. nuff said.