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Thread: Budget pair of binos

  1. 03-11-2020, 06:14 AM #1
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    Budget pair of binos

    Looking for a "budget"($200-400) pair of binos. This will be my first pair, so unsure what to look for. I imagine it'll vary between people as to what is considered it good for the money, but any opinions? I see Nikon, Bushnell and Vortex all have offerings within that range. Will be mainly used in open paddocks(if that makes a difference)?
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    Vortex Diamond back HD are at the upper end of your budget and you wont get a better bino new for anywhere near that money
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    I would get the Delta Forest 10 x50 from Sarvo on here
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    Not %100 but I think my stiener safari's fell within that price range. Really good love them
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    @Moa Hunter, have you got a pair? What's your thoughts?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Jamesyd View Post
    @Moa Hunter, have you got a pair? What's your thoughts?
    I have organized two pairs for friends. When compared to my Swaro EL's they are about 90% + as good in image quality. They do need more focus adjustment when changing focus distances than the Swaros, but if you have a working index finger thats no big deal
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    Contact @Sarvo and get some Delta Optical binos. I've got the 8.5x50 Forest II and they seem great. Have been told they perform like $700+ binos so awesome performance and middle of your budget
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    I picked up a pair Minox 8x25s from Gun City for $149. Have to say quite impressed for the value. I normally have/use higher end optics.
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    Quote Originally Posted by uk_exile View Post
    Contact @Sarvo and get some Delta Optical binos. I've got the 8.5x50 Forest II and they seem great. Have been told they perform like $700+ binos so awesome performance and middle of your budget
    Cheers Guys

    The Forrest II
    comes in (circa 250$ + post)
    8.- 10 - 12x50 ROH (roof)

    Titanium
    comes in (circa 550$ + post)
    8 - 10 - 12x56 ROH (roof)

    Also a compact model
    Delta One
    8 - 10x32 (circa 240$ + post)
    I myself have all 3 in - 8.5 Forrest 10x in Titanium and Delta One in 8x
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