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Message: <blockquote data-quote="OwenM" data-source="post: 1269881" data-attributes="member: 63408">8x42 seems to be the standard that comments about other magnifications or objective sizes are invariably compared to. As someone new to quality optics, I went through several 8x42s early this year, but all three had quality issues and had to be returned. Meanwhile, I'd bought a 8x32 that works equally well for me in most conditions, so I reserved the larger size for higher magnification. Turns out a 12.5x50 makes a good combo with the 8x32, and they don't overlap at all. Last purchase was a 10x42 that splits the difference, which I love. The 8x32 is still my overall favorite of those I own, though. If I were stuck with one binocular, it would undoubtedly be a 8x42, but I'm not stuck with one. What happened to the Meopta 8x42 you just bought? I want those in addition to the 10x42, but will hold out for their 8x32s!</blockquote>