Thread: Bino+Range finders.

I've got a pair of Geovid HD-B 10x42's (bought off Sarvo - great service and support).

I wouldn't go back to two separate units. I used to run Zeiss Victory binos and a seperate Leica RF, and it was a PITA at times having to put the binos down and try to find the animal in the RF.

Yeah, bino/rangefinding technology is advancing, but not by giant leaps. Not if you're hunting within regular distances. As far as I can tell, the newer models are mainly focused on extending ranging capabilities (in terms of distance), and providing better ballistic calculators. This is all a moot point if all you're doing is shooting to 400m.

Stand-alone binoculars undergo small changes too. Especially Swarovski who are always updating their optical coatings etc. So you're not immune to technological advancements by sticking with standalone binoculars.

The Geovids are built like tanks. Sealed extremely well - I just let them sit in a shallow stream after a hunt to wash all the dust off them. They're not delicate in the slightest, and the optical performance is superb. I know a few guys who have had the earlier models for close to 13 years now, without any hiccups. They're not new technology by any means.

Comes down to what you want. If you're a long-range nut, and you cannot afford to keep switching bino/rangefinding combos as the technology evolves, then it may be better with a great pair of standalone binos and a seperate hand-held rangefinder to flick on as new stuff comes on the market.

But if you're a hunter shooting ordinary distances, and you're after a quality, convenient package - then the combos are awesome. They're just so practical.