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Binoculars--What's your brand?

Posted on 11/26/13 at 3:22 pm
Posted by Fetch78
The Woodlands, Tx
Member since Dec 2010
412 posts
Posted on 11/26/13 at 3:22 pm
Looking to replace a pair of Nikon's that have been sub par. Looking to spend $400-$500. Maybe a little more if there is a big enough difference in quality. What does the OB recommend?
Posted by CadesCove
Mounting the Woman
Member since Oct 2006
40828 posts
Posted on 11/26/13 at 3:26 pm to
I honestly don't use them where I hunt in TN. I always thought they would be good, but I can see as far as I feel comfortable shooting in my woods. Plus, I like to travel light. Rifle and one small pouch that hangs on my belt is all I generally take. I don't even wear a big coat, just lots of layers. I will keep my pullover tied around my waist while I'm walking in and an extra paid of socks in my pocket to put on once I get into the stand. I hate breaking a sweat walking to the stand and then getting cold. Maybe I should give some thought to a good small set of binocs...
Posted by B&TCoonhound
Fighting in the Kumite
Member since Feb 2013
2004 posts
Posted on 11/26/13 at 3:30 pm to
I have a pair of Leupolds that I rarely use. They were a gift. Think they were 2-300$. Nothing snazzy, but gets the job done. I usually just use my scope to identify targets.
Posted by taurusjwf
Member since Oct 2008
904 posts
Posted on 11/26/13 at 3:42 pm to
Vortex
Posted by weagle99
Member since Nov 2011
35893 posts
Posted on 11/26/13 at 3:43 pm to
I use Zeiss.
Posted by MapGuy
I was born,I grew older,I'm here
Member since May 2010
37438 posts
Posted on 11/26/13 at 3:46 pm to
i have a pair of Cabela's that i found in the bargain cave 4-5 years back for 50% off..

they are awesome..

the only thing wrong was some white over-spray was on them.. i've hunted with them so many times, there are no more little white specs for me to flick off.
This post was edited on 11/26/13 at 3:46 pm
Posted by greasemonkey
Macclenny Fl aka south JAWJA
Member since Aug 2012
2765 posts
Posted on 11/26/13 at 3:50 pm to
Steiners.
Unbelievable clarity.
I think i paid 350 used and would do again if needed.
Posted by hogdaddy
Krotz Springs
Member since Feb 2010
5153 posts
Posted on 11/26/13 at 3:52 pm to
Field Supply is having a Binoculars sale.

Field Supply
Posted by Sull
Benton, LA
Member since Aug 2006
3278 posts
Posted on 11/26/13 at 4:00 pm to
Nikon Monarch 5
10x42

Great size and clarity
Posted by BUCKMSTR7399
Member since Jul 2009
2709 posts
Posted on 11/26/13 at 4:13 pm to
Steiner Merlin 10x50. They are a little bulky, but for the price are the best I've ever owned.
Posted by Judge Smails
Native Son of NELA
Member since Mar 2008
5518 posts
Posted on 11/26/13 at 4:17 pm to
quote:

I use Zeiss.
Posted by Rize
Spring Texas
Member since Sep 2011
15793 posts
Posted on 11/26/13 at 4:25 pm to
What kind of nikons have been sub par?
Posted by avid lurker
houma
Member since May 2008
925 posts
Posted on 11/26/13 at 4:59 pm to
Steiner
Posted by highcotton2
Alabama
Member since Feb 2010
9408 posts
Posted on 11/26/13 at 5:17 pm to
I have a pair of Pentax DCF Wp in 8x42. I think they are a really high quality pair of glasses. Love mine.
Posted by hunt66
Member since Aug 2011
1484 posts
Posted on 11/26/13 at 5:49 pm to
Pentax
Posted by Teyeger
Smoke Grove
Member since Sep 2011
2410 posts
Posted on 11/26/13 at 6:12 pm to
I use Zeiss but I have also checked out some of the Leupolds that were pretty darn clear.
Posted by VetteGuy
Member since Feb 2008
28184 posts
Posted on 11/26/13 at 6:50 pm to
Nikon.


Why don't you like yours?
Posted by Capt ST
Hotel California
Member since Aug 2011
12836 posts
Posted on 11/26/13 at 8:23 pm to
Nikon and Steiner, nikons are lighter and better suited for La hunting.
Posted by GeorgeReymond
Buckhead
Member since Jan 2013
10161 posts
Posted on 11/26/13 at 8:23 pm to
quote:

Leupolds
Posted by kengel2
Team Gun
Member since Mar 2004
30792 posts
Posted on 11/26/13 at 8:31 pm to
When I finish my 308, Ill probably try and trade it for a set of Bushnell Fusion 1600s, get a laser range finder and binos all in one. Then I can sell my rangefinder.
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