Binos or spotting scope

[shepp]

Leaning towards binos because I could use them for more than just peeping my targets, but I need somthing. Don't want to break the bank but good quality for hunting and checking targets

thanks

Edited January 27, 2017 by shepp

[planeflyer21]

Another option, I have a small hand-held monocular.  Something like 10-30x power.  Got it really cheap at Sportsman's Guide, like $10.

It makes me want one made with good optics.

[Sisco]

Binos are fine until you get out to 200 yards, then unless they are high quality, it gets hard to see the bullet holes.

[98Z5V]

Good binos are usually fixed-power, also. 

[Robocop1051]

I like 8x binos. Good 10x are too $$$ and anything over 10x are usually too shaky for me to use. I have a set of Nikon 8x in my bag. My old man has a Swarovski 10x that I've tried to steal several times. 

[98Z5V]

And spotting scopes go up to 60x. They are tripod-mandatory.

Old .mil days was the Steiner 10x binos, and those things are badass.  The "real" ones had a mil-graduation reticle, and are pricey. 

Edited January 27, 2017 by 98Z5V

[planeflyer21]

8 hours ago, 98Z5V said:

And spotting scopes go up to 60x. They are tripod-mandatory.

Old .mil days was the Steiner 10x binos, and those things are badass.  The "real" ones had a mil-graduation reticle, and are pricey. 

Coy got a pair of those, German Mil-Surp.  Old, well used.

Bright as hell!  

[blue109]

I know optics have that point of diminishing returns...but my bros $2000 Swaro 10x binos are just amazing. I see the milsurp Steiners used online now and then for decent deals. One of these days I'll snatch a pair.

[shepp]

I was looking at vortex site last night, they have a few pairs under or right around 200$ 

[shepp]

 

http://www.vortexoptics.com/category/diamondback_binoculars

 

http://www.vortexoptics.com/category/crossfire_binoculars

 

http://www.vortexoptics.com/category/vanquish_binoculars

[planeflyer21]

Since you're looking at Vortex:

http://www.vortexoptics.com/product/vortex-solo-rt-8x36-tactical-with-reticle-focus-monocular

Very high praise in the reviews.

[planeflyer21]

30 minutes ago, shepp said:

 

http://www.vortexoptics.com/category/diamondback_binoculars

 

http://www.vortexoptics.com/category/crossfire_binoculars

 

http://www.vortexoptics.com/category/vanquish_binoculars

I'm going to have to quote Robocop on this one:

Buy once, cry once.

Get either a monocular or binoculars with the reticle:

http://www.vortexoptics.com/product/vortex-viper-rt-8x28-binocular

 

[shepp]

20 minutes ago, planeflyer21 said:

I'm going to have to quote Robocop on this one:

Buy once, cry once.

Get either a monocular or binoculars with the reticle:

http://www.vortexoptics.com/product/vortex-viper-rt-8x28-binocular

 

Never used a set with a reticle, how's it work? What are the advantages

[shepp]

2 minutes ago, shepp said:

Never used a set with a reticle, how's it work? What are the advantages

Never mind I watched the product video

[Robocop1051]

14 minutes ago, shepp said:

Never used a set with a reticle, how's it work? What are the advantages

It's for manual range finding. 

Binos also give a 3D image back to your eyes. A spotting scope is higher mag, but only 2D. 

[shepp]

I'm gonna try sneaking over to the local big boxes before I leave Madison today. Something I need to put my grubby hands on before I buy. As always I appreciate the input

[mrmackc]

I'm kinda confused here, what are you going to use the optic for?

Check these out AND read the reviews!

(1)  Determining the range of a target 

Vortex Optics Ranger 1000 with Horizontal Component Distance Rangefinder RRF-101

• rubber-armored coating
• Imported
• Fully multi-coated lenses are anti-reflective and provide a Brighter view
• O-ring seals prevent moisture, dust and debris - results in waterproof performance
• Rugged design is built to handle tough situations - compact and lightweight
• Rubber armor provides a secure, non-slip grip
• Diopter adjusts for precise Focus

 

 

(2)  or spotting the bullet holes in a target?

Bushnell Trophy Xtreme Spotting Scope

 

(3)   Or looking for something target?

USCAMEL 10x42 Military HD Binoculars Professional Hunting Compact Telescope - Army Green  $89.79

 

 

 

However there are these and others at Amazon

Eschenbach Optik trophy D 10 x 42 ED glass

Price:

$436.00

 

• Bright, extra-wide field of view: high quality, wide-angle optics ensure optimum viewing
• High color accuracy, sharpness of details and extremely detailed images with stereoscopic depth
• Extremely durable due to impact-resistant magnalium housing and high quality metal wheels
• Watertight and nitrogen filled
• Stable tripod thread ensures shake-free viewing pleasure at all times

   

 

 

 

[shepp]

46 minutes ago, mrmackc said:

I'm kinda confused here, what are you going to use the optic for?

Check these out AND read the reviews!

 

Price:

 

Checking targets and hunting 

 

thank you I'll look into those tonight

[unforgiven]

Wife got that Vortex RRF-101 a couple of Christmas's ago I likey. In fact I almost forgot about it.

[survivalshop]

8 x 42 will work , but its not a spotting scope , but is better then nothing . I got the wife the higher end Burris 8x42 for bird watching & they are very good , crystal clear . 

Edited January 29, 2017 by survivalshop