RSPB Avocet Mini Monocular 10x25

Took it out in a drizzle expecting to baby it, but the waterproof build handled the rain without a second thought. The rubberised grip makes it easy to hold steady even with one hand, and it’s light enough that I forgot it was in my jacket pocket.

The rubberised grip makes it easy to hold steady even when my hands are slightly damp. I managed to spot a kingfisher’s wing pattern clearly from across the pond, which surprised me for such a small unit. It’s become a permanent fixture in my coat pocket for dog walks.

I was worried about getting a clear image with such a small device, but the 10x25 magnification is surprisingly sharp even in low light. The rubberised grip makes it easy to hold steady, and it fit perfectly in my jacket pocket for a day of birdwatching.