binocular info?

[psychocat17]

Hi all,
I wasn't sure where to put this question. I'm new to birding and would like to get a better pair of binoculars. The ones I have now are 8 x 21 and they just don't focus very well. I don't need anything really fancy, just good enough for the back yard and to take on trips. Thanks for any help!!

[Charles Harper]

There are LOTS of choices, and the best ones cost LOTS of money, psycho (you really want to be called that?!)-- first thing to do is take a trip to your local camera or optics store and look through what they've got in stock.

[Beverlybaynes]

Birders are usually pretty sharing with their own binos, too. Go birding with a group and ask other if you may try out their optics.

In a store, be sure you ask to take the binos outside and look through them there. How many times are you going to use your binos INSIDE somewhere?

I just recommended this site on another bino thread, but will list it again:

www.betterviewdesired.com

Very objective reviews of binos in all price ranges, and very good buys are highlighted.

Always purchase the best optics you can afford -- you will never regret it. You DO get what you pay for!