I have no idea how many monoscopes and binoculars I have. But, all good advice above.
Everybody's eyes are different, and our eyes change a lot as we age.
Of all I have, I have two favorite pairs of binoculars.
One set is a very old 7x35 Leica that my uncle gave me from WW-II. They are fast to get onto what you are looking for. They are light in weight and very bright, especially for being about 75 years old.
My other favorite is a 7x50 set that is now about 7-10 years old. Nothing tells me where they were manufactured, but looking them up on Amazon, they can't be exported outside the US.
They are just about perfect for nearly everything. They have great light/brightness. They are lightweight so they don't move around much when trying to hold and focus them on a small target. They are waterproof and rugged. The eye cups roll back for those of us with glasses. I would guess this model is sold under a number of different models and trade names. I think I paid about $60-$70 for them several years ago.
Lens coatings, eye-pieces, weight, and many other intangible factors can make a big difference. Try them out in the store at the furthest wall sign. Ask if they will exchange them if they aren't right for you.
