Great first pair, love the gray. - Vortex Diamondback HD 10x42mm Roof Prism Binoculars

Spouse is a birder who uses a camera. I'm going to use this so we can do it together, plus standard travel / cruises. I've never had binoculars before because of near-sightedness. Now these work fantastic after cataract surgery.

I got a pair at this level because I couldn't tell the difference with more expensive binoculars, but I could with cheaper ones. I also wanted ones where I didn't have to worry that much about them dropping, breaking, losing, getting stolen, or losing a friendship after loaning them out. This $200 price point was just right for that.

The harness that comes with the case is pretty much useless, but the neck strap and the case itself are fine. So that works out. Hey, if the harness works for you, consider it a bonus.