Dual Purpose Binoculars

[CiK]

Which binocular magnification is best suited for dual purpose use of glassing and walking around in the timber?  I am looking at either the 8x42, 10x42 or 10x50.  I can't decide so I am hoping someone can help.   


Tony

 

[CiK]

Does anybody glass with a tripod and 8x42's?  Or are they too lacking for that?


Tony

 

[bow_dozer]

walking around in timber or all around bino? If you are timber creepen you could get by with 8x32s. If you want an all around bino i would go 10x42

 

[CiK]

walking around in timber or all around bino? If you are timber creepen you could get by with 8x32s. If you want an all around bino i would go 10x42

I am hoping to find that perfect bino for creeping around in the timber that also allows me to sit on ridge and glass.  I just don't get what I am looking for when I test them at the stores. 

 

[bruceleroy]

I have used an 8 power and a 10 power from several companies. I would rather spring for higher quality glass than higher magnification. I have owned 8X's that were better optically than the 10's thereby allowing me to see better. Spend money on the glass, not the power.

 

[bow_dozer]

I have used an 8 power and a 10 power from several companies. I would rather spring for higher quality glass than higher magnification. I have owned 8X's that were better optically than the 10's thereby allowing me to see better. Spend money on the glass, not the power.

Exactly, pucker up and buy once, cry once. After the credit card statement gets there and the shock wares off you will be glad you did!

 

[beran_10]

Go Vortex and go 10x42...you won't be disappointed. Unconditional Lifetime Warranty and awesome quality. I have looked through both the Diamondbacks and Vipers...Marginal difference only seems noticeable for long distance/long duration glassing...If money is a legitimate concern, go with the diamondbacks...you won't be disappointed. They are $300-$500 quality for about half the price...Camofire had 10x42 diamondbacks for $149.99 yesterday...that's what I would recommend...Good luck, spot em, stalk em, n stick em!!!

 

[Wyo67]

Go Vortex and go 10x42...you won't be disappointed. Unconditional Lifetime Warranty and awesome quality. I have looked through both the Diamondbacks and Vipers...Marginal difference only seems noticeable for long distance/long duration glassing...If money is a legitimate concern, go with the diamondbacks...you won't be disappointed. They are $300-$500 quality for about half the price...Camofire had 10x42 diamondbacks for $149.99 yesterday...that's what I would recommend...Good luck, spot em, stalk em, n stick em!!!

+1 - Got the Diamondbacks last year and they were a great buy. 

 

[VTHOKEE]

I just purchased the Vortex Viper HD 10X42'S. I am going from Vortex's Crossfire line and they were ok but the clarity was not there for low light and hard to determine animals at far distance. This elk season should be a lot better having new glass and being in great shape.

 

[MT Elk Hunter]

I also would recommend vortex viper 10x42. I have the vipers and love em. Good all around binos, middle of the road cost.

 

[Flyitall]

I do a lot of moving slow through timber trying to see elk before they see me. I use 7x42s and and I would not go to higher power. FOV is far more important in that scenario than power. Better glass is worth a few extra bucks!

 

[turbo1967]

brand I don't have the answer but its defiantly 10x42 for me, But i also use them for deer hunting and need to score a deer form up to 500 or600 yards . for his next year I bought a new camera that has 50x optical zoom so for those animals out to a mile away i just take a pic and check it on the camera

 

[Oldskool]

I picked up Leupold BX-3 Mojaves in 8x32 for the same purpose you have stated. They are lighter, more compact and easier on the neck after walking around with them all day. They are also exceptionally clear in low light conditions, such as early morning, evening, and in thick timber. Add these to your evaluation process.

 

[bowcrazy30]

I also went with the Vortex Viper 10X42 and then went with the Razor 50mm for spotting scope.

 

[eaglebuilder]

brand I don't have the answer but its defiantly10x42 for me, But i also use them for deer hunting and need to score a deer form up to 500 or600 yards . for his next year I bought a new camera that has 50x optical zoom so for those animals out to a mile away i just take a pic and check it on the camera I have 10x42 is to heavy for me and when I hiking around. Leuopld is very good for the price ,Burris is good ,too. I never tried new ziess ,but I have old ziess  10x42 ,they very heavy, but you can see a long way away.

 

[loopmtz]

I use my Swarovski 8x42 for everything. The glass is forgiving in the timber and can glass all day from a tripod if needed. Money well spent!

 

[Buckslayer1561]

Depends how much your willing to spend 150$ Vortex Diamondbacks 8x42,$500 used Leica trinovid bn 8x42's, $1000 Zeiss Conquest hd's 8x42's, $2000 + Zeiss Victory 8x42's or Swarovski SLC's 8x42's. Good glass is the best investment you'll ever make and a once in a lifetime purchase so get the very best you can afford. You can find excellent deals on here or Ebay if your willing to wait and are selective. I would stick with 8x42's because of wider f.o.v. and more stable viewing.

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[backcountry_hunter]

I use 10X42's for just about everything now. My goal is to not carry in a spotter and binos so 10x's bridge that gap. I spend alot of time behind them and the older I get I let my eyes do more walking than my feet. 8X's have their place, but not in my pack. If I was lodge hunting or spiking out from a hotel each day, daypack type hunting where I could afford both binos and spotter I'd probably go 8X's knowing I have a spotter in my pack for really picking things apart. Extended trips in the backcountry and counting every ounce, only carrying 1 set of optics, 10X's are my best friend.

 

[Frodie]

I also went with the these protein powders here and then went with the Razor 50mm for spotting scope.

The Vortex is awesome. I got one recently.

 

[wa_archer]

Selling a pair of ziess conquest 10x30 loved them for timber stalking and thicker areas.  In the half light of morning you can see couple hundred yards further than with naked eye.  They are a great piece of glass I just hunt primarily high alpine and open country now so going up power for longer range glassing.  Let me know if interested $400. 


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