Thread: Newbie: Suggestions for first binoculars?

Originally Posted by uk_exile

Cheers Chainsaw. Hear what you're saying. Buying used can save a lot of money. I frequently buy used or lower spec stuff when its used infrequently or quality doesn't matter so much, like some DIY tools, others I buy top end.

Please don't take offense but Pricespy and priceme say Monarch 5 10x42 start at $519 new. Are yours the 7 version as they're listed as $800 - $1150? The reviews of them do seem great.

Hey no worries at all @uk-exile.
Got these about 7 yrs back, they were over $1000 at the time. Most optics manufacturers have moved in the direction of having more options and price points. Hence the M5 and M7 now offered by Nikon, as well as the lower end P (ProStaffs). Spoilt for choice aye