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Message: <blockquote data-quote="dbuss" data-source="post: 1686945" data-attributes="member: 58092">Bushnell Elites[BUT.....if I were needing a 10x glass, i.e., didn't have one, I would really be considering one of the new 10x43 Elites. At its price pt, around $800 most places (and have seen 'em on ebay new for about $100 less), it's a real sleeper. Generous eye relief, good fov, very sharp, bright, neutral and contrasty, with only about the last 10% of the field showing a little edge softness. Ya gotta go way up the price ladder to match 'em, and get into the primo "alfas" for any real improvement.....and even then it's a judgment call.  If you haven't tried one, do so. Now I only tried the 10x, so can't say much about the 8, tho' I'd assume performance would be similar.</blockquote>I couldn't agree more.  The Bushnell 10x43 Elite is a pleasure to use especially if you like a 10x binocular.  The focusing is smooth and precise giving you a clear, bright and sharp view of the bird.  The relatively light weight and easy handling of the binocular is an added bonus.  Not too long ago Bushnell priced these up with the "alphas."  Current pricing make these worth serious consideration.[/QUOTE]