I am looking for an affordable set of bino's for 3D shooting under $120. I usually take the cheap 10x25 Bushnells out with me, but I can't see the scoring rings on overcast days, or when the target is dark in color or shaded. I find myself caring more about my score nowadays, and I think a better pair of bino's would help out. I don't shoot 3D at a competitive level, so not looking to break the bank. What do you guys reccomend since there are a crap ton of bino's out there?
Look at the redfield rebel binoculars I have have the 10x42 an can see the rings in some pretty dark places. Think there 150 but worth it. It'd be had to find a quality pair of binoculars for 120 that does what your wanting to do unless you found a sale or closeout especially if you shoot a 40 yard class or more
Look at picking up a plastic 3D animal score card that has pictures of all animals with their scoring rings on it. This way you know where to aim for, just need bino's to see the 3D animal position. All the juniors at my club carry one attached to their quiver.
I'm not a huge nikon fan but I have a pair I payed $100 for a few years back that I can typically pick out the lines with. Their low end stuff seems to be a bit better than others low end. A good pair of binos are essential for shooting good scores. Not just picking out line (which cards only give you a general idea) but they help you find spots to aim for. Seeing how lines intersect with other parts of a target or shadows. sent from my samsung note 2
I have been using Vortex optics that last few years. The economical line is in the $150-$200 range. Definitely satisfied with the product! I have the Diamondback.
^^^^Ya I'm with Neal on this one. I have the same pair of Vortex's an they are a dandy pair of optics for the money!!
That's exactly what I'm needing them for, couldn't agree more. When you're shooting say a javelina, it is helpful to have a good glass to see what spot is closest to center of 11 ring etc, because once you put down the bino's and draw your bow, you have nothing to go by except a vertical line, dark spot, light spot, etc.
I will check into Vortex and the Redfield's. I like Nikon for scopes and have a full size Nikon set of Bino's I use for glassing fields, and really like the quality of their optics. I will see what they offer in my price range.
Bino's are one of those things you get what you pay for. Ive bought several cheap sets and just wasnt happy with them. I gave in and spent a few hundred bucks on a set a few years ago and it was well worth the money. Just my 2cents.
