binoculars
08-02-2002, 02:02 PM
#2
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Invermere BC Canada
Posts: 67
RE: binoculars
I just bought a brand new pair of swarovski SLC 10x42 binoculars for $1600 canadain and i have to say im in love with them, if your serious about hunting and you want a crystal clear, high quality pair of binoculars that will last you as long as you hunt look to swarovski, ziess, or lieca.
ScottFisher
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ScottFisher
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08-02-2002, 10:43 PM
#3
Nontypical Buck
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Oh USA
Posts: 1,584
RE: binoculars
mitchmedic, it depends on where you hunt. Out west a pair of 10 or 12 power binos would be good. In the east I don't see anything more than 8 power being necessary. More would be a hinderance, IMO. I got a pair of Minnox 8.5x42s. They are a division of Leica. They're extremely bright and clear. Even in the woods I can see just fine early or late in the day, actually better with than without them. On a 3D course I can see all the scoring rings. They're fogproof and waterproof to 15'. They come with a 30 yr warranty. I paid $420.
Phil.
Phil.
08-04-2002, 12:42 PM
#5
Nontypical Buck
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Middletown PA United States
Posts: 3,625
RE: binoculars
Mitch,
If you log onto "birdwatchersdigest.com" you'll find about all the useful information you'll need to make an educated decision. About the only thing missing is bias based on limited experience.
As I have found throughout life if youo want good stuff then be prepared to pay for it. The thing about binocular is they are a lifetime investment so keep that in mind. The cost of quality averaged over 20 or 30 years is very minimal.
If you log onto "birdwatchersdigest.com" you'll find about all the useful information you'll need to make an educated decision. About the only thing missing is bias based on limited experience.
As I have found throughout life if youo want good stuff then be prepared to pay for it. The thing about binocular is they are a lifetime investment so keep that in mind. The cost of quality averaged over 20 or 30 years is very minimal.
08-05-2002, 05:28 PM
#8
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: tampa fl USA
Posts: 7
RE: binoculars
Like others have said,Get the best you personaly can afford!Personaly i cant afford anything near a 1000.00 for binocs,however you can get a good pair for way less!Also,keep this in mind when shopping,the larger the objective lens(thats the big end)the brighter the image.
And you want at least a 5mm exit pupile,to find the exit pupile size
divide the objective lens size by the magnification power,10x50=5mm
8x40=5mm,7x35=5mm you get it.the 5mm is a little larger than the pupile of your eye is when it's at it's largest(like in the dark)
So it's getting all the light it can ever take in.I use a pair of 8x40 bushnells cost about 170.00 if it's light enough to see with the naked eye,I can see it fine with these.I hunt the forests and swamps of Florida,and it's pretty dim in there most the time,and the 8x40's work great. Hope this was some help.
And you want at least a 5mm exit pupile,to find the exit pupile size
divide the objective lens size by the magnification power,10x50=5mm
8x40=5mm,7x35=5mm you get it.the 5mm is a little larger than the pupile of your eye is when it's at it's largest(like in the dark)
So it's getting all the light it can ever take in.I use a pair of 8x40 bushnells cost about 170.00 if it's light enough to see with the naked eye,I can see it fine with these.I hunt the forests and swamps of Florida,and it's pretty dim in there most the time,and the 8x40's work great. Hope this was some help.
08-06-2002, 07:45 AM
#9
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Fenton MO USA
Posts: 16
RE: binoculars
The Pentax DCF WP binoculars are better than or equal to anything $500 or less. They currently have a $100 rebate offer. If you check around on the internet you will will them for around $300. The mail in rebate makes the final price around $200. This is a GREAT DEAL! I already own the 8X42 version but considering another pair at this price. Anyone looking for some high quality optics cannot afford to pass this up.
08-06-2002, 02:45 PM
#10
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: rockford il USA
Posts: 2
RE: binoculars
Mitch,
I'd agree on the Swarovski 10X42 SLC- I've been using them for a couple years and they are excellent binoculars, and they come with a lifetime warranty. The best price I found was at Eagle Optics in Wisconsin.
I'd agree on the Swarovski 10X42 SLC- I've been using them for a couple years and they are excellent binoculars, and they come with a lifetime warranty. The best price I found was at Eagle Optics in Wisconsin.