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Message: <blockquote data-quote="ceasar" data-source="post: 1357022" data-attributes="member: 26155">Omid,If you are talking about those classy, neat, lightweight, leather cases that came with the Trinovids I have to observe that I think that the reason Leica dropped them is because they weren't being used for the purpose they were designed for.  They were designed to be kept on the binocular at all times.  Zipped up, they became objective and ocular covers in addition to being a very lightweight case, easy to carry and store.  To use the binocular, all one has to do is unzip the case and slide it up the neck strap.  When the binocular is brought up to ones eyes the case hangs lightly below it, out of the way.  It is a good idea.  I use my 7 x 42 Trinovid that way.  If it needs more protection during travel I put it into a rugged leather binocular case from Cabelas or in a small canvas and leather haversack made by Duluth Pack.  I can leave those packs in the car while I carry the binocular with me in the light leather case Leica supplied.Cordially,Bob</blockquote>