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Recommended Binoculars?

DC10

DC10

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Any recommendations on a solid set of binoculars? Not looking to break the bank nor get the cheapest pair.
 
Might need to be a little more specific. A decent/cheap pair is all relative to the use. A western hunter spends way more on glass than most of us eastern guys. What is your price Range? And what size you looking for? 8x or 10x


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Yeah, I usually hunt about 7 days in Missouri and the rest is out east in NC. Price range would be a maximum of $400. Not decided on 8x or 10x yet.
 
Wondering the same thing. I’ve been looking at the diamondbacks, crossfires, and vanquish from vortex. I’m in Louisiana, but have some places I could glass 1/2-3/4 mile. Hoping more folks chime in.
 
DC10 said:
Any recommendations on a solid set of binoculars? Not looking to break the bank nor get the cheapest pair.
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I just bought a pair of vortex bottom end Binos and compared them to some 3000 binos and theirs a difference but they’re definitely the best bang for your buck imo. I paid like 220 for them I believe they are the diamondback edition
 
Nikon monarchs are real nice for the price, I also have a monocular by vortex that fits anywhere and is a good piece of gear, good in low light and clear.

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Nikon Monarch 10×42 are my go to set. Also have a cheap Redfield Rebel 8x that is lighter and smaller, usually use them for turkey season. Although cheap, they are almost as good as the Monarchs, hard to beat for the price.

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I also have the vortex crossfires. I would buy them again in a second. Solid option at a very reasonable price
 
Check out the Steiner Predators. I’ve been using them for years. The CAT coatings help to see game in denser coverage. Here in the south where it is always green that is definitely beneficial.
 
dalton916 said:
Vortex. End of discussion.
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But there are so many vortex...

And, I sure do love when I can borrow my father’s Zeis Conquest Bino’s... of course, I don’t have a grand to drop on a pair of them myself.
They do literally let you see well past legal light, though.


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I've been meaning to post a similar question for a while now. Amazon reviews aren't helping me so maybe you fine folks can.

My specifics:
Use in northeast.
Seldom can see farther than 40-60 yards from my tree.
Eyes suck at seeing antlers unless they're huge.
Legal shooting is half hour after sunset.
Tons of does & spikes around since we have APR and huge hunting pressure (almost all 2.5s get shot every rifle season).

My priorities:
Low weight (I had Monarch 3s and gave up carrying them in due to excessive weight).
Low bulk (I already have too much stuff in my pack).
Lowish price (I can afford more and I get the quality price tradeoff, but saddle hunting has already strained accounts and household).
Decent quality (considering price priority).

I honestly just need something to help me tell at 40-50 yards if the deer is a doe or a spike, and if it's a young buck does it have multiple points. All in low light conditions.

Thanks for your wisdom & experience.

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TNSTAAFL said:
I've been meaning to post a similar question for a while now. Amazon reviews aren't helping me so maybe you fine folks can.

My specifics:
Use in northeast.
Seldom can see farther than 40-60 yards from my tree.
Eyes suck at seeing antlers unless they're huge.
Legal shooting is half hour after sunset.
Tons of does & spikes around since we have APR and huge hunting pressure (almost all 2.5s get shot every rifle season).

My priorities:
Low weight (I had Monarch 3s and gave up carrying them in due to excessive weight).
Low bulk (I already have too much stuff in my pack).
Lowish price (I can afford more and I get the quality price tradeoff, but saddle hunting has already strained accounts and household).
Decent quality (considering price priority).

I honestly just need something to help me tell at 40-50 yards if the deer is a doe or a spike, and if it's a young buck does it have multiple points. All in low light conditions.

Thanks for your wisdom & experience.

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Vortex monocular 10x36 good in low light, half the size and weight, more than enough to see 60 yards, and still good for greater distances if needed. Plus, your getting quality glass but half the price since they are not bi. Originally I had got them for work when a co-worker wanted a optic to throw in a cargo pocket a hike with, after using them at work I purchased one for myself. The only small gripe I have is the focus ring is too hard to turn with one finger on one of them, so you have to use two hands on it.

https://www.cabelas.com/product/Vortex-reg-Solo-x-Monocular/1358688.uts?productVariantId=3176739

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