Little binocculars

[Rick Butler]

Originally posted by Bjorn:
I have a pair of Leopold Katmai in 6x32 and to me that's the ideal power and size combo for bowhunting. The size of the lens is more important than power for hunting. 5 times power is a good rule, so 6x30, 7x35, 8x40 etc. that's why sizes like 10x25 are too slow to get on target and are just too awkward for hunting. IMO

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[T-Bowhunter]

I use Zeiss 8X30, they are great binoculars.  I use one of the straps that keep them close to your chest.  I have been using the Zeiss for over five years, for me they are the perfect size.

[Medic85]

Ive been pleased with my Leopold rogue's.

[LC]

Not a original idea, read once in Roger Rothars book about how he customized his own binos! I love the idea and even emailed a couple manufactures they should make binos like this.

Basically in a nut shell have set screws on the settings or adjustments so your binos are set to width and strong eye so every time you bring them up they fit you perfect and you only have to adjust focus! Doesn't that make perfect sense? I can't believe someone doesn't offer this. I mean how often do you pass your binos over to someone else to look through?

Sorry to high jack your thread but maybe if I'm  not the only one who thinks this way and enough pressure on manufactures we can finally get the "perfect" hunting binos!

[Gdpolk]

Originally posted by LC:
Not a original idea, read once in Roger Rothars book about how he customized his own binos! I love the idea and even emailed a couple manufactures they should make binos like this.

Basically in a nut shell have set screws on the settings or adjustments so your binos are set to width and strong eye so every time you bring them up they fit you perfect and you only have to adjust focus! Doesn't that make perfect sense? I can't believe someone doesn't offer this. I mean how often do you pass your binos over to someone else to look through?

Sorry to high jack your thread but maybe if I'm  not the only one who thinks this way and enough pressure on manufactures we can finally get the "perfect" hunting binos!

Leupold Gold Ring binoculars back when they made them in the US had an inter-pupillary distance lock at the front of the hinge.  The only more recent Gold Ring series without it was the switch power variety.  Two features that I really wish more binoculars had were locking inter-pupillary distances and locking eye relief settings.

[Mojostick]

X3 on the Leupold 6x32 Katmai bino's. Now, they aren't the best for "western" glassing at long range, but for typical "eastern" bowhunting, with most glassing being done under 200-300 yards, they are the best, in my opinion. They gather more light, easy to use with one hand if holding a bow in the other and they are moderate in size and price.

But one big problem, I believe Leupold discontinued them. My guess is, it was a hard sell convincing hunters that less can be more and most guys think they have to have 8x or 10x, when in fact 6x or 7x would serve them far better.

If you can find a pair online somewhere, buy them. The big auction site? You won't be sorry. I wish I had bought two pair, when they were easy to find.

[tracker12]

I have a pair of Leica 10x20's that are great.  They are small enough thatI never leave them behind.

[goldflinger]

I usually use a pair of Khalis 8 x32's I like them a lot. Last year on a whim I bought a pair of Leica 8x20's. They are very small, and in the case they fit into my pants pocket, so I always have them with me. I have been using them a lot this season. Tonight walking back to the truck 25 minutes after sunset, I noticed they do not gather as much light as my Khalis, but this was the first time I noticed that limitation. I am pleased with them and they are so small and light, I don't even feel them around my neck. They also don't interfere with my shooting like the bigger ones can.

[GrayRhino]

I've heard nothing but good things about Vortex binos, especially the Viper HD line.  I called Eagle Optics some time ago and spoke to a salesperson there.  She said that the Viper HD's were the best bang for the buck in their price range.  Their warranty is exceptional too.

[Stumpkiller]

I wear a pair of Bushnell Legend 8x26 Waterproof binoculars.  Didn't break the bank, really are waterproof (have been soaked a dozen times) and they do what need while keeping out of the way when not in use.