Alpen realized this and came up with perfect compromise--all the quality at an affordable price. The Teton 8x42 binocular has the best features of Alpen's previous offerings and features lens' with over 60 high-performance coatings. A durable, yet comfortable, textured rubber material that provides plenty of shock-resistant viewing covers the composite body. Twist-lock eyecups and long eye relief optical design provide full comfort viewing even when wearing eye or sunglasses: Alpen optics; $858; (877) 987-8370; www.alpenoutdoor.com