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If a person isn't real susceptible to CA how do these stand up to the market today? I know this question has been asked on the net quite a few times but I can't find any opinions in the last 3-4 years. I am not at the point of spending alpha money yet but you can find lightly used Premier models @ $6-800 frequently on the web.

I am looking at the 10x42mm models and I put an emphasis on resolution, low light performance, and build quality if that helps with guidance. I guess the main two competitors I'm looking at are Euro HD's (just can't make the ergo's work), and Vortex Razor's (too me they feel a bit cheap and the image didn't stand out to me as that special). The Premiers also just have a sexy look to me that has always stood out in the market.

Thanks,
Nick

I have the 8x32s and they are excellent. My Swaros are better, but not by a large amount. The NIKON badges are just stuck-on, and will likely fall off with use, as mine have.

For the price, I like them. I also feel the higher end Vortex are a good value.

Nick,
If low-light performance is high on the list, an 8x42 is worth a thunk.

Last year I picked a pair of Euro HD 8x32's and they more than sufficed for low light hunting situations last fall. I would really like to have a set of 10x42's for those times when I want just a little more mag. I really wish the full size Euro's weren't quite so chunky.

The most available right now is very clean used LX models. I know these will weigh significantly more than the newer LXL but as long that there is not an optical disadvantage that is not a concern. It is hard to believe that binoculars made 15-20 years ago can still compete but I suppose the way to think of it is that LX's can be bought at $700 with a warranty probably compare very well to a new $700 binocular on the market.

I have a pair 8x32's and they are very good. Bought them used here for 425 a couple of years ago.

I have a used 8x32 I consider selling. They are a good used pair. As mentioned above, they are missing the badges though.

They are are good as my Leica Trinovid BNs but I prefer my Leicas.

I just don't need them as I also have new Swaro ELs.

Compare the Monarch 7's before you buy. They are amazing and 1/2 the price. I did own a 8X32 LX for a few years, now have the M7 8X30's - very very good for $300.