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Old 07-17-2008 | 08:31 AM
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Default Which bino's are you using?

I've got an older set of swaro 7x42 that is the cat's azz for low light viewing. But they are big and bulky and I've got the itch to try some of the newer, lighter, more sleek models......

My main question is what size bino do you feel is perfect for bowhunting?
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Old 07-17-2008 | 08:37 AM
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Default RE: Which bino's are you using?

I'm still using the same set of Bushnell compacts I've had for 20 years, so I'm kinda looking forward to the responses you get. Gotta be compacts though. I don't need 'em if they're too heavy to carry.
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Old 07-17-2008 | 08:37 AM
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Default RE: Which bino's are you using?

I don't know how perfect mine are, but I just bought a pair of Leupold 8x42 Pinnacles.I'm guessing they're middle of the road bino's for $400. They are super crisp!I love them.
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Old 07-17-2008 | 08:38 AM
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Default RE: Which bino's are you using?

IMO.....8X42's.

The extra magnification does me NO GOOD in the tight areas I bowhunt in.....and they're probably a detriment when trying to get a clear picture window, quickly (Since you'd need ....I think....to hold the higher powered binos more steadily).

Just my .02
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Old 07-17-2008 | 08:39 AM
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I currently use Nikon Monarch 10X42's....
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Old 07-17-2008 | 08:43 AM
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8X30 Swaroski
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Old 07-17-2008 | 08:44 AM
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I use 10 x 50 Bushnells that are older than most of the people on here.
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Old 07-17-2008 | 09:03 AM
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Leupold wind river cascades 10 x 42
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Old 07-17-2008 | 09:03 AM
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Default RE: Which bino's are you using?

I have Bushnell 10x42 very happy with them low light visibility is suprisingly good as well.
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Old 07-17-2008 | 09:23 AM
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I was using the Burris 10X42's for several years but kept having to send them back for repair (they always replaced them under warranty) but last year I cut it too close to deer season. So, I bought the luppy cascade 10X42's and am really glad I did, they are a really good, clear set of bino's and I like the fact that they have the auto eye relief feature. Never could quite get the Burris perfectly clear where the luppy'sare with no adjustment.
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