My first quality binocular

So far I have only two old family finds from basements and attic (probably typical department store models Nachrkiegszeit) known as binoculars and used, supplemented by 20 euro holiday glasses from the obligatory souvenir shops. With time, however, was the desire for a "real" binoculars. For this I am increasingly enthusiastic for bird watching in the home garden. Well no way was more passing something of high quality and I opted for the Monarch 5 with the Enlargement 12x42. I am as I said a novice in the field of higher quality binoculars and accordingly should be read my review.

I am excited about this glass! It is incredibly clear, has a great view and is processed very valuable. The rubber armouring arouses confidence that slight shocks or water can not harm the glass. Moreover, the fairly strong enlargement not as first feared nor a reason for wobbles: the glass is amazingly quiet and stable in your hand. I can not imagine me with a 8x glass to see the world. The minimum focusing distance is impressively good for me. In addition, it is amazing handy in size and weight.

Two little downer, but they do not fall for me significant, are the constantly criticized Okkularabdeckung and chromatic aberrations, if you look at the branches of a tree against a cloudy sky.

I am for my needs anyway completely satisfied with this model and do not want to miss it.