Jimbo.

I have a pair of Simmons compact waterproof 8x25 binoculars. Rubber armored, light weight. Use them all the time to save paddling looking for campsite.

  The model I have they don't make anymore BUT they do make a newer model. IF they are as good as the old one I think you would be happy with them.

  Bushnell owns Simmons. These are under the Bushnell brand. Well known for rifle scopes/optics.

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I see they make a 10x25 now. I'd go for that.
Do you have the Capitol One shopping app?
Highly recommend IF you buy on-line. App is free to download.

  It will show you the BEST price for any item.

  On Amazon the 8 x 25 is $53.24. Using the Capitol One app, the price is $40.90

  The 10 x 25 is $56.97. With the app its about the same, which means YOU know you're getting the best price.

Oh, I have a 10 x 25 monocle as well. I'd take the binoculars over the monocle given the option.

Hope this helps.