Looking for a good general-purpose glass, I looked for something in the range 8x42 and am finally encountered the Nikon Prostaff 7 8x42. Last still in the race was the Steiner Skyhawk Pro 8x42. Like me have both binoculars, but I decided on the basis of the price of the Nikon, since I at the performance - "seen" no distinguishable could - at least as a layman. In addition, the weight is a little bit lower. The Nikon holds good, nothing seems rickety or cheap. Only the already mentioned lens cover are not well solved or, more directly: botch. The included case is very simple, but it makes a robust impression, the same applies to the strap. As for the optical qualities, I am as I said very satisfied. And I can not see any impurities in the optics in my copy, according to the course I wanted due to the review of Harry So Nah) From my a recommended binoculars for beginners and casual users.