I know they will not be so hot but what I have now is pretty useless. I have a pair of Orion Scenix 10x50's. They may be good, but they have a double image because they are out of alignment. I fear repairs will cost almost as much as replacement...
I also have a pair of Bushnell Powerview 8x32 roof prism binoculars. These have been discontinued in favor of some with more magnification. I also have a pair of 10x50 Bushnell Powerviews. Again, I know both of these are very low end. I paid less than $50 each for them. They have held up well. I consider them moderately sharp.
I'd like something that isn't going to cost a fortune, but gives me a little more... maybe these?
http://www.opticsplanet.net/pentax-8x40-xcf.html
Thanks for your input.
I would recommend the Nikon Action (or action EX) series or the Leupold Yosemite. I think they both are better quality than the Pentax low price range (personal opinion). I think some google searching will produce prices in the range you want and the quality you want.
If you want roof prisms, then you could go with the Zen-Ray Vista (I believe you can get close to the price range you want).
Best to go to a retail store, to look through them. Gander Mountain, Scheels, or whoever in your area has binoculars for customers to look through.
not sure of the usa price but the bushnell natureview birder series porros have a fine image for the cost.
considering many american manufacturers appear to sell things in england for the same number of pounds as they sell them for in dollars in the usa you might be able to afford them