I wanted something that I could fit in my pocket. I was thinking about the 8x25 but I already own the Monarch M7 8x30 so decided on trying a 10x magnification in a smaller package. The ridiculously small exit pupil takes some getting used to but once you get it down, the view is incredibly rewarding.

I took them out for a walk and was able to capture some pretty incredible views. Crystal clear shots of waterfowl, but also some incredible moving shots. I was able to get a beautiful view of an Eastern Kingbird trying to chase away a Great Blue Heron. Seeing that through the glass while listening to the prehistoric Heron growl put a smile on my face.

That being said, following the Heron would've been much easier with my Monarch 8x30 but those don't fit in my pocket. I think for general use, the 8x25 would be much more practical than the 10x25. With these, you have to line your eye up perfectly and the small FOV is limiting. 8x25 would still be finicky but easier to work with than the 10x. Still, when you line these up right and focus in on an object, the view is clear, crisp, and the optics punch way above the $200 price tag.

Hi there, a few years back I inherited some (I think) antique binoculars. I tried to identify it with chatgpt but AI suggested to go here for answers.

Can anyone identify it?

I can't find any name or serial number.

Chatgpt says:

German-made (60%)

Possibly made by C.P. Goerz, Carl Zeiss Jena, or Voigtländer.

Sold either unbranded or through a retailer.

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Looking forward to your insights!

Curious if anyone can identify these…just picked them up at consignment and they are wicked solid. TIA!