David in FL

There might be times when it'd be nice to have, but to me, the limited benefit just wouldn't justify devoting pocket space that could better be used for something else.

BTW, welcome to the forum!

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mjmoore

Hey from Bama

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bzdog

I actually do have a small monocular in my EDC backpack, but it isn't handy enough in there for tactical use, but then again, my environment isn't like yours either.

Welcome.

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1911PKR

Since the OP is my boss who I work with everyday, I personnally am for the monocular. They should be standard issue along with my Surefire, a Wilson Combat CQB and a vest. Combined w/ a bug, an 870 Remington, a batton, a framin' hammer and a utility knife....we'll live another day.

Welcome to the forum lyndon!

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BDW3006USR

Welcome. Sounds like a good idea! Time to swipe my old mono from my kids, or go buy me a new one.

joker1

I haven't checked there yet but there is usually a link at the bottom of these pages for optics planet. A small hand held monocular the size of a roll of quarters would be inconspicuous enough for this application.

Joker1

And welcome to the forum, sounds like a ruff area you are in! Stay safe.

joker1

Optics planet does show a pocket monocular.

Vortex 8x25 Solo Monocular - Waterproof Fogproof Compact Monocular VMN-0825 FREE S&H VT-SGR-828. Vortex Spotting Scopes.

Not badly priced, size looks to be compact enough.

Good luck

Joker1

rodc13

Let me also offer a welcome to the forum, Lyndon!

In your case, it sounds like a monocular is a really useful part of the EDC package. I don't have quite the same needs as you, but often pack a pair of Simmons compact binoculars when I go walking. Easy when you have lots of big cargo pockets. We have a pair of Minoltas that live in the vehicle, and have often found them handy to have.

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GreenHorn

Welcome from work the East Bottoms of KCMO (the armpit of the city) (or toilet if you count the water treatment plant next door)

joker1

Yeah, I uh re-read the original post. Seems you may have what i thought you were looking for without my help.

So onto your question. For you it seems like a very practical item to carry, for most people probably not. It could come in handy for observation of a place you are wanting to approach and to be a good witness. And also if any cheerleaders are doing a car wash in the area. I would definately carry it if I were in your situation.

There now you have my approval-carry on!

Joker1