The majority of my glassing is non-hunting, but still wildlife (Alaska, Yellowstone, national parks etc.). If I'm hunting, it's only the trees in Texas.
I've been getting by with the Bushnell Legend M's 10x42 for the past 5 or so years, and have been very pleased. But, I am ready punch up on bino's. Recently bought some Ziess pocket 8x25 Terra ED as well, and can notice the better quality glass. So here is where I stand:
- Would like to shave a little weight for travel and hiking, so looking at a 10x32 variety (unless you tell me why I shouldn't)
- Budget is ideally $1k or under
What I'm considering (currently available or IF I can pick up used in the Classifieds for less):
-Zeiss Conquest 10x32 $780 demo
-Swaro CL 10x30 ~$900 used
-Maven B.3 10x30 $575 new
-Leica Trinovid HD 10x32 $949 new
If I'm really pushing my budget, but wondering if it would be worth it:
-Zeiss Victory SF 10x32 $1,600 demo
Leaning towards the Maven based on price point and what I've read here on performance. Plus, if I can find some in the classifieds, I optimally could buy two pair, and keep the wife happy.
I know this has been discussed before, and I've tried to find the relevant threads, but this is based on what is currently available, or what seems to be regular options in the classifieds.
Thanks in advance for your thoughts and opinions.
I've been getting by with the Bushnell Legend M's 10x42 for the past 5 or so years, and have been very pleased. But, I am ready punch up on bino's. Recently bought some Ziess pocket 8x25 Terra ED as well, and can notice the better quality glass. So here is where I stand:
- Would like to shave a little weight for travel and hiking, so looking at a 10x32 variety (unless you tell me why I shouldn't)
- Budget is ideally $1k or under
What I'm considering (currently available or IF I can pick up used in the Classifieds for less):
-Zeiss Conquest 10x32 $780 demo
-Swaro CL 10x30 ~$900 used
-Maven B.3 10x30 $575 new
-Leica Trinovid HD 10x32 $949 new
If I'm really pushing my budget, but wondering if it would be worth it:
-Zeiss Victory SF 10x32 $1,600 demo
Leaning towards the Maven based on price point and what I've read here on performance. Plus, if I can find some in the classifieds, I optimally could buy two pair, and keep the wife happy.
I know this has been discussed before, and I've tried to find the relevant threads, but this is based on what is currently available, or what seems to be regular options in the classifieds.
Thanks in advance for your thoughts and opinions.