1x7 binoculars

From Slackerpedia Galactica

1x7 binoculars are the astronomer's naked eyes. Note that is perfectly legal and non-embarassing to appear in public with naked eyes. Technically, some help may be needed, such as glasses or contact lenses to bring the effective magnification up to 1x. Most people have a set of 1x7 binoculars and bring them everywhere. They are the best instruments to use for watching a Meteor Shower - with the optional aid of a reclining chair. They are also handy for rainbows.