Originally Posted by kenjs1
Originally Posted by GlacierJohn
I’m a seven power guy, but I do also own 8x42 Ultravids and 10x42 Nikon SEs. I mostly use my 7x35 Trinovid Classics, great Leica optics in a light, compact package.

I think 7x35 are about as perfect for all I do as one can get. Good FOV, plenty bright (if modern-ish) and easy to tote and hold steady.

I have bought friends the Nikon Porro versions and love almost everything about them. Wish manufacturers would start making some again. It might tempt me out of my 8x32's.

Back when I was a kid, 1960s, 7x35 was the standard size bin that all our dads had. For me and for most of my uses, a 7x35 Trinovid is the perfect binocular. Very trim and easy to carry, I prefer the feel in hand of the leather over the rubber armor, same Leica view as the Ultravid and vey light around the neck.

Last edited by GlacierJohn; 07/06/23.