I'm in the minority I reckon. I use Nikon Monarchs in the 10x42 flavor. got them on sale a few years back for $189 IIRC. they are very clear, waterproof and tough. I use them year round with especially hard use in the fall. I've admired the leicas that friends have had in camp, just can't justify the price for the little added gain.
You are not in the minority, the 10x42 is easily the most
common binocular size sold and used by deer hunters.
The Monarch is a nice model, and very popular.
