binoculars

[nvrhapy]

whats a good set of binos? looking to spend only a lil over 100 bucks can i get anything good for this, right now i been using the 30-40 dollar pairs u pic up from walmart the smaller bushnell ones[/align]

[SWThomas]

$100 isn't going to get you a very good set of binos. If you want great glass, you have to pay for it. I really love my Nikon Monarch binos. Check eBay and you can occasionally find an awesome deal on some great binos.

[Hurricanespg]

If you don't mind carrying around a couple of extra ounces I think that the Brunton Lite Tech bino's are every bit as clear as my Leupold Cascade, and Nikon Monarch binoculars. I can't really speak to their longevity as I have only had them for a year, and they have only made one real rugged trip (elk hunting in Colorado), but they do have a limited lifetime warranty. They usually sell for around $100-$150.
Other than that I would make the jump to the Leupold Cascades, or the Nikon Monarchs.....from there you can really make a jump to the gold ring Leupold's, Zeiss, and Swarovski's.

[leadoperator]

save your money until you can afford some quality glass.

[gmil6184]

Yeah unfortunately with optics you generally get what you pay for. However I think that Nikon offers the best glass for the money. If you look on ebay, or the classifieds here you can sometimes find a good deal. I got a pair last year off ebay for 150 bucks when they were retailing for about 300. Just gotta keep on the lookout.

[fishintay]

If I were you I would look at some bushnells.

[Paleoldman]

I just purchased a set of Zhumel Short Barrel Binnoculars 8x42 and I love them. I got them on ebay new for $79.00 and Binnoculars.com has them for $89.00. They are multicoated BaK4 roof prisums. Very clear for the money.

Pale

[gsptarget]

Originally Posted by leadoperator

save your money until you can afford some quality glass.

+1 you won't regret it and a good set of optics should last a lifetime

[shooterscenter]

Nikon probably would have the best optics for your money. A quality pair of binoculars will last forever. You need to decide the conditions your going to be using them in and not just make a hasty decision. I have a back woods pair for low light and a 2nd pair for hunting power lines,gas lines and open fields.

[flips2]

I bought a pair of the Nikon Monarchs last year and love them. Got them off of Ebay for $249.00 w/ free shipping. 10x42's in Realtree camo, brand new.