Binocular Strength

[MarkCO]

Pretty much agree with Hummer.

You can see better with quality 8x than cheap 10x, don't skimp. I use Burris and Vortex, but Burris stopped making Binos, so there are not a lot around anymore. The Vortex Diamondback 10x42 are about $230 or so and is the least I would go with. If that is too much for you, check out the Vortex Solo 10x36 Monocular. I guarantee you can see better with that that any compact of cheap 8x or 10x Binos. I use mine often when weight and rain are factors.

But if you can afford more, it is worth it. I would honestly hunt with a cheap rifle and good binos than a really nice rifle and cheap binos.

[hatidua]

-unless you are willing to pull out your wallet and go the distance, NEVER look through a pair of Leica Duovid binoculars....just don't do it.

[husky390]

-unless you are willing to pull out your wallet and go the distance, NEVER look through a pair of Leica Duovid binoculars....just don't do it.

LOL, or Swaro EL's.

I usually keep a pair of Leupold Yosemite 8x32's around my neck for quick glassing. I don't know how they do it, but for $100 glass they're pretty dang good. If I'm going to sit on a ridge, the Swaro's and tripod comes out. With glass, you get what you pay for. If you go to a Big Box store, go outside and look through them, not just in the store. Buy what looks best to your eye and what you can afford. I've been hearing good things about Maven's but they're not sold in stores. Good luck.

[whitewalrus]

I have the vortex diamondback 10X50. They are a good bang for the buck bino. They do take some getting used to when it comes to focusing, the slightest movement of the focus can make them look crisp or fuzzy.

Pretty much agree with Hummer.

You can see better with quality 8x than cheap 10x, don't skimp. I use Burris and Vortex, but Burris stopped making Binos, so there are not a lot around anymore. The Vortex Diamondback 10x42 are about $230 or so and is the least I would go with. If that is too much for you, check out the Vortex Solo 10x36 Monocular. I guarantee you can see better with that that any compact of cheap 8x or 10x Binos. I use mine often when weight and rain are factors.

But if you can afford more, it is worth it. I would honestly hunt with a cheap rifle and good binos than a really nice rifle and cheap binos.