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10x42 vs. 8x42

Discussion in 'Bowhunting Talk' started by Shane0709, Sep 15, 2015.

  1. Shane0709

    Shane0709 Die Hard Bowhunter

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    Which magnification is better for mainly bow hunting, but some rifle and shotgun hunting?
     
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    I prefer 10x binos to get as much reach as I can and I just use my 6x rangefinder for closer (typically bowhunting) situations
     
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    I'm using 8x right now but would be happy with either. the 8x will give a little bigger field of view if that matters.
     
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    Myself, can't hold 10X steady enough to see much for details
     
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    scarps23 Die Hard Bowhunter

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    Either work. I was talked into a 8x and have been happy with it. Field of view is bigger. I have an old pair of 10x. I really can't tell a huge difference between them personally.

    Get a good set of either 10x or 8x. You'll be happy with either. Vortex has some good optics. I have a pair of leupold that I like. Probably would have went with vortex with their prices and how happy people seem to be with them.
     
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    Very pleased with my Vortex Razor HD 10x42's!
     
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    with either 8 or 10x, recommend getting the best quality glass you can. for me that makes more difference than a couple x of magnification.
     
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    I prefer 10s.
     
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    Both will work just fine.. myself I prefer a variable magnification binoc... lower mag for scouting and finding em where the larger field of view helps... then if I want to count his whiskers I can zoom in .... just get good ones... nothing is worse then going afield and your optics fog or don't focus well...
     
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    I like 8x power bino's.
     
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