Bushnell Elite 8x43 Binocular

8x 43mm 63-0843 Rugged style highest light transmission, plus new 4-position twist-up eyecups. Brightness, clarity and resolution A A? nothing compares to what you see through EliteA A{R} binoculars. We started with a blank sheet of paper and let 50 years of excellence in the field lead us to the very pinnacle of performance in sporting optics. With 90% light transmission through the entire optical system, theyA A?re the brightest binoculars in their class. Premium BaK-4 roof prisms with PC-3A A{R} phase coating produce outstanding image clarity and contrast. Waterproof, fogproof construction and our patented RainguardA A{R} coating keep your view clear in any weather. The shape and weight are perfection as well, thanks to a streamlined, ultra-light magnesium chassis. Like all true masterpieces, EliteA A{R} binoculars transcend comparisons. FIELD & STREAM 2005 BEST OF THE BEST AWARDS This year, seven of our field editors looked through the thousands of new products offered by the outdoor industry, tested hundreds of them, and finally came up with a list of the 22 best. These are Field & Stream's Best of the Best. by Philip Bourjaily, Peter B. Mathiesen, Keith McCafferty, John Merwin, David E. Petzal, Bob Robb, and Dave Scroppo These Elites are new, and at 23 ounces for the 8X model, they are considerably lighter than their illustrious forebears. They are waterproof and incorporate every possible refinement in the way of lens and prism coatings for high light transmission and superior resolution. But what sets them apart for hunters is the Rainguard coating on the exterior lenses, which means they wonA A?t fog, and you can use them in a downpour. It is a huge advantage. IA A?ve used Elites for years, and these are miles ahead of the originals. A A?D.E.P. As Seen in Field & StreamA A{R} Magazine