Viking 8x25 Cygnus MK II Monocular

I took it out in a drizzle yesterday and didn't worry at all, thanks to the waterproof build. The 8x magnification is just right for birdwatching without being too shaky.

The rubberised armouring gives it a really solid grip even when my hands were sweaty, and despite being thrown loose in my backpack it hasn't picked up a single scratch. Weighs almost nothing too, so I forget it's in my jacket pocket until I need it.

Took this on a rainy hiking trip and the waterproofing held up perfectly through a sudden downpour. The 8x magnification is just right for scanning distant trails, and the whole thing fits easily in my jacket pocket.