DESC: 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.