Whitetail Binoculars

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  1. davidingle

    davidingle Weekend Warrior

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    I'm in the market for a new set of binoculars in the next couple of days for season. Looking for something that will be good for whitetail hunting in the midwest. any suggestions?
     
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    Vortex Viper HDs or Nikon Monarch 7s. I prefer 10X however a lot of guys I know like the 8X as well.
     
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    I was thinking the 10x as well. The property I hunt is a lot more open than most around here
     
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    Bushnell Legend Ultra 10x for me, reasonable price and they came with a nice case and harness as well.
     
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    I'll also endorse the Vortex, great binos without breaking the bank.
     
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    Nikon pro staff 7
     
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    Has anyone used the vortex warranty. It says it's unconditional so if you like dropped them out of a stand or something completely your fault they would replace or fix them?
     
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    No but I've heard stories of guys trucks burning with vortex items in there. They replaced them. Also know a guy who's dog chewed up his binoculars and they replaced them. Love my diamondback 10x42!


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    I was comparing scheels brand 10x 42 vs the vortex. The extra 20 bucks sounds worth it to get the vortex with the warranty
     
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    It's a no questions asked warranty. They'll either fix or replace regardless of what happens.
     
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    It's a no brainier imo


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    heard good things about vortex. dont buy bushnell,nikon,or luepold in that size range they are not great quality. i just bought a pair of zeiss in the 10x42 will abuse them this year if i dont like em will be goin to swaroski
     
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    Big Baller $$$. I also have the Vortex and viewed them side by side with the Swarovski , Leica, Zeiss, Nikon, and Steiners. The best quality was the Swarovski next i liked the Vortex. But the price dif was a no brainer..... Would like a pair of Swarovskis one day though, crystal clear and the light transmission is un believable
     
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    Zen-Ray 2015 ZRS HD (Summit) 10x42 Waterproof Binoculars. Pick them up for $209 on a open box at cameraland. Haven't used them yet but lots of guys seem to like them at that price point
     
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