I got a pair of vortex vipers for about $400 and love them. I got the 10x42 binoculars and everyone in my family and circle of friends now wants a pair... I couldn't recommend them enough. My only negative about the pair I have is the eye cups go down easily and you have to twist them back into position quite often. I guess I could tape them or figure out a fix but it hasn't bothered me enough yet...
Shawn