Kowa SV II 8x42 BinocularsThe Kowa SV II 8x42 Binoculars retain the optics from the original SV series with their fully multi coated lenses, phase corrected prisms, water and fogproofing, and comfortable ergonomics. The SV II series is mainly a cosmetic change to the green used in most other Kowa optics to make them consistent with the rest of their sports optics line. The 42mm SV II binoculars are designed for spectator viewing and for hunters. We don't expect that birders