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Title: Good pair of binoculars...
Post by: AlexB on March 07, 2016, 11:31:52 AM
What's up, guys?

I'm interested in picking up a good pair of binoculars at a reasonable price.

If you have a decent pair you aren't using, lemme know!

Cheers,

Alex
Title: Re: Good pair of binoculars...
Post by: Tote on March 07, 2016, 02:20:09 PM
Just bought a KILLER pair 2 or 3 weeks ago.
Long story short:

http://www.amazon.com/Vortex-Optics-CF-4301-Crossfire-Binocular/dp/B00S2P2AEO/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1457389166&sr=8-3&keywords=vortex+crossfire+binoculars

You WILL NOT be disappointed!
Title: Re: Good pair of binoculars...
Post by: AlexB on March 07, 2016, 03:04:45 PM
That does look like a good deal. I was thinking something in the $75-$150 range would be workable.
Title: Re: Good pair of binoculars...
Post by: Sailfish on March 07, 2016, 05:01:48 PM
That does look like a good deal. I was thinking something in the $75-$150 range would be workable.

It's in your price range:

Price:   $144.16 & FREE Shipping.
Title: Good pair of binoculars...
Post by: AlexB on March 07, 2016, 05:34:03 PM
It is indeed.

I'm not in any hurry, so I'm gonna let this post ride for a bit before a I buy anything.
Maybe someone has a good used pair sitting around...

I might rather pay $200 for a used pair of $500 binos than pay $149 for a new pair valued around $200.
Title: Re: Good pair of binoculars...
Post by: WingShooter on March 07, 2016, 05:35:07 PM
I have a pair of these. I like em.

http://www.amazon.com/Vanguard-Spirit-ED-Binocular-Black/dp/B003ZUHPY6/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1457400806&sr=8-7&keywords=Vanguard+binoculars

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003ZUM5LE/ref=psdc_297842_t1_B003ZUHPY6

Title: Re: Good pair of binoculars...
Post by: AlexB on March 07, 2016, 05:36:39 PM
$137 for a $369 pair... That might be harder to pass up.
Title: Re: Good pair of binoculars...
Post by: mickfish on March 07, 2016, 05:39:24 PM
http://www.sierratradingpost.com/s~binoculars/?perPage=24
Title: Re: Good pair of binoculars...
Post by: AlexB on March 07, 2016, 06:13:23 PM
Ooooo.... Now we're talking.
Title: Re: Good pair of binoculars...
Post by: Jude on March 07, 2016, 10:18:08 PM
Ive got the vortex diamondbacks they feel like 1000$ binoculars. For 200$ they are the best deal by far. I did my research.
Title: Re: Good pair of binoculars...
Post by: AlexB on March 08, 2016, 10:17:45 AM
Jude - Do you have the 10x42 or the 8x42?

Title: Re: Good pair of binoculars...
Post by: scooter on March 08, 2016, 12:32:09 PM
I have a pair of Nikon aculon 8-24x25. They are pretty nice. I mostly got them for bow hunting which they are great cause they are super compact but they have the zoom feature if needed. Handy when you are staring at a buck 30 yards away in the brush trying to pick out the difference between a fork or branches. I am always surprised how much I use my binoculars at 150 yd or less. For much longer range viewing a bigger pair is definitely better and more comfy to lookthru but then the are bigger and heavier to carry
Title: Re: Good pair of binoculars...
Post by: Jude on March 08, 2016, 03:07:43 PM
10x42 iuse scouting and boating
Title: Re: Good pair of binoculars...
Post by: IsaoK on March 08, 2016, 03:16:38 PM
Nikon monarchs 10x42.

best for the money.

aloha,

Isao
Title: Re: Good pair of binoculars...
Post by: snakecharmer on March 08, 2016, 03:47:22 PM
Nikon monarchs 10x42.

best for the money.

I totally agree, though I prefer the 8x42 for the wider field of view and the bigger exit pupil (better in low-light).

There was an article in Field and Stream at least 8 years ago that did a very exhaustive test of binoculars, simulating wet, freezing, and low-light conditions.  The Nikon Monarch 8x42 (and 10x42) were among the best performers, with the lower price point. 

I also recommend an upgrade of Butler Creek scope covers for the objective lenses - way better and easier to use than the stock protective covers.
Title: Re: Good pair of binoculars...
Post by: barefoot1 on March 08, 2016, 04:44:24 PM
+1

Nikon monarchs 10x42.

best for the money.

aloha,

Isao
Title: Re: Good pair of binoculars...
Post by: polepole on March 08, 2016, 07:05:10 PM
Ive got the vortex diamondbacks they feel like 1000$ binoculars. For 200$ they are the best deal by far. I did my research.

Looks like a new Diamondback model has come out for 2016.  So there are some great closeout deals on the old model at $140.

-Allen
Title: Re: Good pair of binoculars...
Post by: Tote on March 08, 2016, 07:57:56 PM
I looked through a lot of binos and I'm tellin ya, those Vortex crossfires blow away a lot of the higher priced binos. I have NO regrets at all.
Title: Re: Good pair of binoculars...
Post by: Mr.Matt on March 08, 2016, 08:05:58 PM
Vortex does good glass at a good price.
Title: Re: Good pair of binoculars...
Post by: AlexB on March 09, 2016, 11:37:36 AM
Thanks, guys. Looks like I can't go wrong with a Vortex or Monarch.
Title: Re: Good pair of binoculars...
Post by: wormguy on March 09, 2016, 03:02:46 PM
Ok Tote bought a pair for the wife. Looking forward to getting them!
Title: Re: Good pair of binoculars...
Post by: Tote on March 09, 2016, 03:41:17 PM
Ok Tote bought a pair for the wife. Looking forward to getting them!

WAF score BIG TIME!!!!!!!!!!!!