I knew this binocular was good! The Vortex Viper 10x42 has won the top spot for best moderately priced binocular in Field & Stream’s "Best of the Best" Awards. I reviewed the Vortex Viper 8x42 several months ago against competing models and was super impressed by its performance. It remains my contention that the Vortex Viper has the best ergonomics and overall optical performance in the $500.00 price range. A tough binocular to beat, and the reviewers at Field & Stream agreed!