Author Topic: What's your go to binocular? (Read 1212 times)

macksdad · « **Reply #40 on:** February 26, 2011, 04:54:00 AM »

Nikon Trailblazer 10x40

NYArrow · « **Reply #41 on:** February 26, 2011, 07:01:00 AM »

I had a truly hard time finding an affordable pair that would match up to some of the higher end binos. After much research and trying out in stores I settled on an 8x32 Chuck Adams sig. edition. They really are crystal clear in most all lighting situations and for $170 you can't beat em. If money is not an issue there are obviously better sets but for the price these compete with most Nikon, Leoupold binos out there.

cyred4d · « **Reply #42 on:** February 26, 2011, 07:06:00 AM »

Pentax 8x43.
If you want to find some good reviews on binocs check out some of the bird watching sites.

Lechwe · « **Reply #43 on:** February 26, 2011, 07:16:00 AM »

I have the 8x30 and 10x42 Swarovski's. If money is an issue the next best thing I have used are Vortex Razors. About half the price of the big three and not far from them quality wise.

Good luck

jrstegner · « **Reply #44 on:** February 26, 2011, 07:30:00 AM »

I am telling you Zen-Ray and Promaster are the best you can buy for your money, period! I understand the Hawk brand is made in the same factory as well. For less than $400 you get ED lenses with the same ergonomics you get when you pay 3-4 times as much. They are every bit as good as Swarovski, and Leica. Far superior to anything Leopold makes, and better than anything Nikon has ever made, with the exception of the Premier line and the EDGs which are in my opinion the best ever made at at any price. I agree that Minox provides an exceptional value as well. I have several pair, but I will never spend another dime on anything but Zen-Rays. If you dcn't believe me check out the bird watching sites.

cacciatore · « **Reply #45 on:** February 26, 2011, 07:37:00 AM »

Swarovski 8X30 and Swaro EL 10X32.
Some of the best lenses and they keep their value.

L. E. Carroll · « **Reply #46 on:** February 26, 2011, 08:05:00 AM »

I like my 8x42 Gold Ring Leupolds just fine for the fine clarity and excellent quality, not to mention the unlimited lifetime warranty.

However, while looking for some a bit lighter in wt. I found their 6x30 Yosemite's to be great Binos. for very little cash invested... light weight, great field of view, very clear, excellent light gathering capability, waterproof, and lifetime warranty to the origional buyer, and all for around $125.00

Which is a huge differance in cost to what my Gold Rings cost new.

I find those little 6x30's very handy in the dark areas in heavy timber where I hunt Roosevelt Elk on the Wa coast. Seems the heavier 'Gold Rings' seem to be spending a lot more time in the truck or back in the trailer at camp.

Gene

Lefty · « **Reply #47 on:** February 26, 2011, 08:19:00 AM »

Pentax DCF's 8x42

Phillip Fields · « **Reply #48 on:** February 26, 2011, 08:21:00 AM »

I've been using a Nikon Monarch 10X40 for 15 years. My truck binoculars are Nikon Monarch 8X56. I've used the 10X40 from the Eastern Woodlands to the Artic Tundra. The 8X56 are too heavy to carry but are great for late afternoon scouting.

Bowshot · « **Reply #49 on:** February 26, 2011, 11:56:00 AM »

7x42 Canon's- nobody has mentioned these yet, under $300 when I bought them and have been excellent so far, clear and bright. Replaced my Leupold Gold Rings with these when the Leupolds got taken from my truck. These are great for the price.

8x42 Kahles - a little more glass and I use them the most.

10x42 Kahles for elk and sheep hunting in the mountains or deer on the prairies in the coulees.

Terry

CDR · « **Reply #50 on:** February 26, 2011, 12:43:00 PM »

Leupold Arcadia 10x42, great bino for the price!

akbowbender · « **Reply #51 on:** February 26, 2011, 01:45:00 PM »

8x30 Steiner w/armor. Tough with excellent light gathering qualities during low light conditions.

lpcjon2 · « **Reply #52 on:** February 26, 2011, 01:57:00 PM »

I just picked up a pair of old 1950's Stellar binos 75x50 with a FOV of 375 at 1000yrds. These things are crystal clear at long distances and they un-screw so you can clean all the lenses.They were cheep back in the day and I got these for $15.00.

Bowwild · « **Reply #53 on:** February 26, 2011, 03:30:00 PM »

Leuopold 8X when I use them. I have to admit, I have not made binocs part of my gear on many occassions. I reckon if I hunted out west, in bigger country more often, I would use them.

Terry Lightle · « **Reply #54 on:** February 26, 2011, 05:31:00 PM »

Leupold

Slinging 24/7 · « **Reply #55 on:** February 26, 2011, 05:49:00 PM »

Vortex Diamondbacks, sweet pair of binos! Ya get a lot of bang for your buck with them for sure and a great warranty.

JJB2 · « **Reply #56 on:** February 26, 2011, 06:04:00 PM »

10 x 42 steiner. great glass, real comfortable on the eyes with the soft rubber eye cups.

Guru · « **Reply #57 on:** February 26, 2011, 06:06:00 PM »

Leica 8x32, awesome! had them for 10yrs now...

wihill · « **Reply #58 on:** February 26, 2011, 06:15:00 PM »

Bowwild you're not alone.

My knockaround set is a pair of Brunton Eterna 8x45's. They are nice to look through, but weigh a ton and are larger than I'd like so I usually never carry them.

I'd like to pick up a set of bright 6/7xwhatever that weighed less (and hopefully with decent eye relief), so I'd probably use them more.

Finding a small set that works with glasses has been a pain.

ScottinPA · « **Reply #59 on:** February 26, 2011, 06:20:00 PM »

I have a pair of Minox 8x32 for stand hunting at home. SLC 10x40 for out west.


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