I never leave home without mine!!

I learned that you should spend all that you can afford on optics.  I bought a pair of Nikon Monarchs several years ago.  I even use them while going into stand in the morning.  I can see things in the dark with them that I don't see with naked eye.  Looking into brush has allowed me to find many deer that I never knew were in the area.  I shot a deer a couple of years ago in rifle season while it was bedded in the brush.  I could not see it there until I started glassing.  It was only 60 yards away.

Especially important here in PA where we have an antler point restriction.  On a nervous buck twisting his head from side to side, they are a necessary tool.

Maybe this old dog will try a "not-so-new" trick and start packing his binos.

Thanks for some great insight and good common sense.

God bless,Mudd

Agree, agree, agree. I have a pair of Steiners. They are about the smallest in size and power that Steiner makes. I don't have them in front of me right now so were dealing with my memory. I think they are 8X40. The other thing I love about these Steiners, they're always in focus. From 15 yards to infinity. No constant focusing. Huge benefit.
I also have a "Bino Bra", at least that is what I think it is called. Keeps the bino's from swinging around while you walk or bend over.

I have a pair of 6x32 Vortex. One of the best hunting investments I ever made. Wide field of view with knock your eyes out brilliance. They hang on the same hook as my bow and always travel together.

Ahhh... one more thing for the Christmas list!

Binocs are always a must for me. They are always an asset, the only thing that cover, thick or open will deside is what power to use not weather to use them or not.