Rangefinding binoculars

[Nosferatu]

I'm at the point where my rangefinder finally quit and I'd like to replace my hunting binoculars. I figured I'd take a peek at the combination rangefinder binos out there.

I'm not a professional, so the high dollar Swarovski and Leica aren't a consideration. The next step down is where I'd like to be, probably that $1000-ish range. I'll spend more if they are exactly the right optics for me.

So, with that in mind, I see some from Leupold, Burris, Nikon, Sig Sauer and (gasp) Vortex. There's a Leica in the $1500 range that could be considered as well. Other suggestions are welcome.

Anyone have any experience with these? I'm not a glass snob by any means, but as I get older my vision isn't as good as it used to be. I don't care about weird effects at the edges or some of the nitpicky garbage optics snobs gripe about. Clear enough in the center to tell a squirrel from an elk, durability, ease of use and reliable electronics are what's important.

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[roseburger]

What binoculars do you have? I'm a fan of not using a two in one. If you have a combined unit, when the rangefinder dies, your binos are unnecessarily heavy and bulky.

 

[Nosferatu]

What binoculars do you have? I'm a fan of not using a two in one. If you have a combined unit, when the rangefinder dies, your binos are unnecessarily heavy and bulky.

Currently use a 15 year old pair of Minox 8x42. The rangefinder was an equally old Bushnell.

I get the 2-in-one thing, but I've never liked carrying 2 different optics. The rangefinder seems to either be in my way when not using it, or too tucked away when I need it.