Sub $800 Binos?

[rmarshall]

My boy is going to school fulltime, working fulltime and making knives in his spare time, he wants a set of good binos.. He want's at least a 10x.
I told him to save a bit more and get the 1k range but that sounds difficult for him at the moment. What do you all think he should look at? Tract? Hawke, Kowa, Leupold etc..
thanks in advance.

 

[AZ_Hunter_2000]

Take a look the link below, with a shot of tequila (lime and/or salt is optional).

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Use the price levels are general markers as you can find some of the binoculars for less than what they talk about (ex: Razor HD <not UHD> can be found for under $800 with minimal effort).

 

[nobody]

Maven C.3 10x50 is $450 and optically does very well compared to most every optic sub $1k. If it was me, I would buy them and put the remaining cash towards tags and other gear.

 

[Nicaburns]

Like New Zeiss Conquest 10x42 HD Binoculars 524212-0000-000

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demo $699

 

[jimh406]

Tract Toric UHD. Keep in mind that there are no stocking dealers. You can order online and return if you don't like them.

 

[Thinkingman]

Like New Zeiss Conquest 10x42 HD Binoculars 524212-0000-000

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www.eurooptic.com

demo $699

This.
All day long.
It's EXACTLY what I did.

 

[rmarshall]

This.
All day long.
It's EXACTLY what I did.

Hows the Eye Relief? I here that's the biggest gripe..

 

[TN2shot07]

You might hit up Doug at Cameraland, they get some pretty good prices on demos if you can be patient!

I started with the c series mavens and upgraded to the b’s last season. There’s definitely an improvement but nothing wrong with getting something “decent” and upgrading later. Just stay away from the really cheap stuff if you’re using the binos a lot.

 

[Thinkingman]

Hows the Eye Relief? I here that's the biggest gripe..

Fantastic.
Like looking through a picture window.
That being said, I always screw the eyecups in and have the ocular pressed against my eyebrows.
Not sure that is what others do, but it has always worked for me.

 

[darrenchou]

GPO Passion HD

 

[Bluumoon]

Used set of meopta’s if you can find them are pretty sweet

 

[DangerRanger]

Used trinovids

 

[DKennedy951]

I picked up a set of Leupold BX-4 Pro Guides in 10x42 and like them so far. They are crisp with good eye relief for me. I think I got them right around 500.

 

[Bearwhisky]

Leupold BX4


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[PredatorSlayer]

Leupold BX4

 

[redneckbmxer24]

Like New Zeiss Conquest 10x42 HD Binoculars 524212-0000-000

FREE SHIPPING on Like New Zeiss Conquest 10x42 HD Binoculars 524212-0000-000

www.eurooptic.com

demo $699

This is going to be your best deal going.

BX4's would be a great option too and are a little less but the Conquest HD's do have a better FOV and some other benefits. The allbinos ranking and review has very good data on them.

Carl Zeiss Conquest HD 10x42 - binoculars review - AllBinos.com

The best binocular tests on the net. The comprehensive database of binoculars with their parameters and users opinions. Interesting articles and comparisons.

www.allbinos.com

Euro Optic also had 10x42 BX4's on sale for $499.99 which saves $200 over the Zeiss. You really can't make a wrong choice with either, just a matter of how important is $200 to you in your pocket or in a bino upgrade.

 

[gr8fuldoug]

It's our pleasure, as a long standing supporting vendor here, to discuss the different available options and special opportunities with you. Please give a call, 516-217-1000, when you have the time. Thanks

 

[4th_point]

I throw in

What do you all think he should look at? Tract? Hawke, Kowa, Leupold etc..
thanks in advance.

I would add the Nikon MHG to the list, if he can live with the diopter adjustment. I have seen them on sale for $800.

I've owned the Tract, Conquest, and MHG. The MHG was my favorite.

 

[rmarshall]

It's our pleasure, as a long standing supporting vendor here, to discuss the different available options and special opportunities with you. Please give a call, 516-217-1000, when you have the time. Thanks

Doug, thanks we talked about this a bit, I've also talked to Neil, I did sent you an email when you get back from your Vaca or break. Thanks
randy

 

[rmarshall]

Thanks everyone for the reply's, there are some great options for sure and I appreciate your input. I'll have to get him to get a few more custom knives sold to fund his bino purchase.