DESC: Introducing the new Nikon Premier LX series binocular. Not just new - but improved! The Premier LX binoculars have earned accolades from the world's top birders, hunters and optical experts for their unmatched optical quality, tactile ergonomics and extreme waterproof, fogproof, shockproof ruggedness. But there was always the heckler criticizing our 42mm models...at a hefty 34.5 ounces, it's not exactly little old-lady friendly. Having a soft spot for grandmas, Nikon took the comments seriously. The New Premier LX Series From the moment you pick up the New Premier LX 42mm, what you notice right away is its absence of weight - six and a half ounces - or 19% less than the original LX. (28.0 vs 34.5 ounces in the 8x42 / 27.8 vs. 34.5 ounces in the 10x42.) Nikon also reduced the weight of their already lightweight 32mm and compact LX models.