Binoculars and whitetails

[Big Ed]

I never leave home without mine!!

[Wheels2]

I learned that you should spend all that you can afford on optics.  I bought a pair of Nikon Monarchs several years ago.  I even use them while going into stand in the morning.  I can see things in the dark with them that I don't see with naked eye.  Looking into brush has allowed me to find many deer that I never knew were in the area.  I shot a deer a couple of years ago in rifle season while it was bedded in the brush.  I could not see it there until I started glassing.  It was only 60 yards away.

[Wheels2]

Especially important here in PA where we have an antler point restriction.  On a nervous buck twisting his head from side to side, they are a necessary tool.

[Mudd]

Maybe this old dog will try a "not-so-new" trick and start packing his binos.

Thanks for some great insight and good common sense.

God bless,Mudd

[Pope Co.]

Agree, agree, agree. I have a pair of Steiners. They are about the smallest in size and power that Steiner makes. I don't have them in front of me right now so were dealing with my memory. I think they are 8X40. The other thing I love about these Steiners, they're always in focus. From 15 yards to infinity. No constant focusing. Huge benefit.
I also have a "Bino Bra", at least that is what I think it is called. Keeps the bino's from swinging around while you walk or bend over.

[GRAYBEARD]

I have a pair of 6x32 Vortex. One of the best hunting investments I ever made. Wide field of view with knock your eyes out brilliance. They hang on the same hook as my bow and always travel together.

[buckeye_hunter]

Ahhh... one more thing for the Christmas list!

[wtpops]

Binocs are always a must for me. They are always an asset, the only thing that cover, thick or open will deside is what power to use not weather to use them or not.