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Binocular experts, have a question. Looking for hunting binos
Posted on 11/26/19 at 5:03 pm
Posted on 11/26/19 at 5:03 pm
I am looking for a pair under $200. Looking for 10x42... i was in between nikon prostaff 7 and nikon monarch 3, both are $150. Anyone know difference in these 2 and which is best? I would love to get the vortex ones for $129 at bass pro on sale black friday but not drivinh 2 hrs to nearest one. Thanks for any input. These will be used for big fields and pipe lines, no woods.
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Posted on 11/26/19 at 5:13 pm to oleyeller
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I would love to get the vortex ones for $129 at bass pro on sale black friday but not drivinh 2 hrs to nearest one.
Watch Optics Planet. I bought the Diamondback 10×42s 2 years ago for $125 from them. Think it was right around Christmas though.
Posted on 11/26/19 at 5:15 pm to Cowboyfan89
Thanks.. also, any opinions on 8x vs 10x for hunting? Rifle hunting only.. big fields and pipelines. No woods
Posted on 11/26/19 at 5:34 pm to oleyeller
Monarch is a better line. 8x is easier to hold steady, but the 10x is nicer if you are trying to tell the difference between a doe and button buck a ways off.
Posted on 11/26/19 at 5:38 pm to 257WBY
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between a doe and button buck a ways off.
Yea they will be used just for this for 100-400yds
Posted on 11/26/19 at 6:27 pm to oleyeller
Take a look at Celestron Nature 10x42. $105 at Amazon. A friend has these and they are really good for the price. There is also an ED version with better glass for $151. That would probably be my choice.
I'd go with Vortex Diamondback ($174 at Amazon) before the Nikons.
Nikon Monarch has a good overall reputation and you won't go wrong with them, I don't know anything about the Prostaffs.
10x42 is my choice for size as well. 8x42 is the most popular configuration but for what you'll be using them for it's worth having 10 power.
I'd go with Vortex Diamondback ($174 at Amazon) before the Nikons.
Nikon Monarch has a good overall reputation and you won't go wrong with them, I don't know anything about the Prostaffs.
10x42 is my choice for size as well. 8x42 is the most popular configuration but for what you'll be using them for it's worth having 10 power.
Posted on 11/26/19 at 6:54 pm to oleyeller
Don't discount Bushnell.
Posted on 11/26/19 at 7:17 pm to Tigris
Will look at all suggested. Open for all openions, thanks
Posted on 11/26/19 at 7:26 pm to oleyeller
I just got some Vortex and used them for the first time tonight $198.00. They are sweet!!!
Posted on 11/26/19 at 7:30 pm to oleyeller
Hey Yeller you might want to look into Nikon dumping their sport optics division just incase you might need warranty repair/replacement in the future.
Posted on 11/26/19 at 7:36 pm to oleyeller
I have some $100 redfield. I've been happy with them. I like 8x
Posted on 11/26/19 at 7:48 pm to oleyeller
Roger's has the Vortex Diamondbacks for $130 right now. Several other 10x42 on sale as well.
They do charge tax now.
They do charge tax now.
Posted on 11/26/19 at 7:58 pm to MSWebfoot
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Roger's has the Vortex Diamondbacks for $130 right now. Several other 10x42 on sale as well.
They do charge tax now.
Man!!! Life saver
nearest bass pro is 2hrs for me. U saved the dayPosted on 11/26/19 at 8:17 pm to MSWebfoot
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MSWebfoot
Thanks again.. just ordered! Same deal as bass pro, and free shipping. Without having to go to the store 2 hrs away
Posted on 11/26/19 at 8:58 pm to oleyeller
Good deal. My neighbor just ordered them too.
I should get a discount or something!
I should get a discount or something!
Posted on 11/26/19 at 9:20 pm to oleyeller
Get the Redfield Revolt 10x42.
Academy has them for $99.00.
You'll thank me and downshiftandfloorit later.
Leopold bought Redfield in 2010 I think. I was looking at buying the Nikon's but these are just as good or better for less money.
Academy has them for $99.00.
You'll thank me and downshiftandfloorit later.
Leopold bought Redfield in 2010 I think. I was looking at buying the Nikon's but these are just as good or better for less money.
This post was edited on 11/26/19 at 10:12 pm
Posted on 11/26/19 at 10:20 pm to oleyeller
Just ordered the Vortex Diamondback HD 10x42 from Rogers for $129.00 + tax with free shipping!
Posted on 11/27/19 at 9:07 am to Cowboyfan89
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bought the Diamondback 10×42s 2 years ago for $125
I got them from Cabela’s for the same and used a $100 gift card from credit card points. $25 out the pocket for decent 10x42’s
Posted on 11/27/19 at 9:07 am to MSWebfoot
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Roger's has the Vortex Diamondbacks for $130 right now. Several other 10x42 on sale as well.
They do charge tax now.
Clutch, I was about to buy them from Academy for over 200.
ETA: I sent the link to my podnuhs and now it is saying "page not found" and item no longer available.
This post was edited on 11/27/19 at 10:19 am
Posted on 11/28/19 at 3:08 pm to MSWebfoot
Any reviews on the Vortex Crossfire's? Not driving to Bass Pro for the Diamondbacks and Roger's is out of stock now (kicking myself for not finishing the purchase after adding to my cart).
I found the Vortex Crossfire HD's 8x42 with the Vortex GlassPak at Field and Stream for $112.49 plus tax, free shipping with their 25% off site wide sale....Not sure if they have them in store or not, otherwise I would go ride out there tonight in Lafayette to check them out. Worth it to get the Crossfire's instead of the Diamondbacks due to price? Mainly hunting in the woods and can't see more than 100-150 yards majority of the time.
I found the Vortex Crossfire HD's 8x42 with the Vortex GlassPak at Field and Stream for $112.49 plus tax, free shipping with their 25% off site wide sale....Not sure if they have them in store or not, otherwise I would go ride out there tonight in Lafayette to check them out. Worth it to get the Crossfire's instead of the Diamondbacks due to price? Mainly hunting in the woods and can't see more than 100-150 yards majority of the time.
This post was edited on 11/28/19 at 3:09 pm
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