re: Binocular Recs Needed

EuroOptic usually has some killer deals as I've spent a lot of money with Jason over the years. I bought a pair of Leica Trinovid 8x50's for $599 marked down from $1299. Still my goto set of binos used today, amazingly clear and crisp. Hard to beat the German or Austrian glass. Current specials - click here:

Zeiss Terra ED 10x42 ... $599 on sale for $339
Meopta Optika HD 8x42 ... $450 on sale for $369
Leica Trinovid HD 10x42 ... $999 on sale for $869

don't overlook Kowa. Be patient as they should be having more closeouts and Christmas sales soon. Doug or Neal at CameraLand NY is another great source for high quality optics at great prices. No tax and NO shipping costs.

avoid Nikon since they are no longer in the optics business (binos and rifles scopes), you'll see great closeout prices but there is NO warranty. Sad b/c Nikon made some nice glass

Tons of great reviews on the birdwatching forums. Those people are hard core and demand premium glass for their hobby