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I really like the perma-focus attribute of this product. We use it for nature watching while hiking and vacationing. It's good to be able to pass the binoculars back and forth to others without losing the subject while adjusting the focus each time. Only drawback is the difficulty in holding binoculars steady when viewing due to magnification. Best binoculars we've had.

It already got a pair of 7x21 compact binoculars and wanted these ones for bird watching. Unfortunately these ones don't give a sharp image, not even at greater distance to the object. Because they are "Perma" focus there is no way of focusing them to closer objects, let's say 30 feet away. In general, I would not recommend them.

Although these binoculars are not at thier best in close, the long range view more than adequately makes up for any shortcomings. For objects at a distance, I can think of no other binocular that has as crisp an image, or as wide a field of view. Also, they are a pleasure to pick up and have an instant view without the delay in having to focus them. The rugged, rubber encased, no slip frame are one of the most "ergonomically correct" pair of glasses that I have ever used.

The only downside I see to these is the clarity of objects at a significantly closer range. They do tend to be slightly off focus. However, if I were to be looking at objects at a much closer distance, I would not need to use these. Also, the carrying case is more than functional but, leaves a bit to be desired.

I use these binoculars for both land and especially water searches, and can think of no other which is as well made and economically priced. The auto focus feature is a major asset when having to pick up the glasses and sight in on a moment's notice.

If you are looking for a value priced, yet extremely well constructed and built pair of binoculars, these may very well be the pair for you.

I had a pair like this when I wore contacts and they were great.
Now my eyes are 20/20 20/15, it's a no go now darn it.
They also will not focus closer than 20 + or - yards.
They are very clear and good binos just not for me.
Longboard

My friend showed me a pair of Japanese binoculars he had purchased years ago. They were called "Jason" and I had never seen anything like them. No matter what you looked at, everything was always in focus! In fact, there was NO focus dial at all! I had to have a pair & he said he would see if he could find out were I could get them. He did some research & found that Bushnell was now making them under the name Perma Focus. He found a pair online for $79.00. I knew Amazon sold Bushnell products so I checked & sure enough, there they were! Only instead of $79.00 they were $39.00.
What a bargain!
I just can't help but wonder why ALL Binoculars aren't made this way...
Even if you rarely have any need or use for a pair of Binoculars (like me) it's worth fourty bucks to have these! You WON'T be dissapointed!