Vortex Raptor 8.5x32 Binocular

Initial impressions are somewhat mixed. After using them for the day in the hills and then comparing them to my other binoculars and considering price point. I'd say these are serviceable binoculars. The pros for me are their crisp and clear views. I was impressed. Not too much softness at the edges. The case and neck strap were surprisingly nice. The body and holding were adequate.

The cons are a very stiff focus nob. It was in the mid thirties and it was almost too difficult to focus with cold hands and really you cannot do it quickly and so miss some of the action. You really need two fingers of both hands to focus these somewhat easily. Well... it was never easy. Luckily they made the focus nob extra large. The other thing in comparing them to my other binocs is the somewhat washed out colors these binocs offer.

All in all they are decent but far from exceptional for the money. I'll keep them in the car or by the window but they likely won't make it outdoors with me.