Thread: Entry level Binos

I have decided that I need to get my first set of binos.

Seeing as my young family eats money faster than I can make it, I am limited to a budget of under $300.

Im guessing 10x mag however I am realistic about what I can expect for my budget but im only using them for scanning for goats on farms/clearings during the middle of the day (not a deer in the bush in the last few minutes of light).

Has anyone had any experiance with any brands/models that fit this (maybe before upgrading)?

Any input is welcome.

Cheers

All though I have personally never used them quite a few seem to rate the lower end Vortex binos which probably fit your budget. Or go second hand, have seen a few sets of Leupold cascades go for around that cheap on trademe, even seen a couple of Minox HG's go for not much more than your budget second hand, real good buying and excellent warranty even with no reciepts/original owner

Within your budget you wont go wrong with Leupold Yosemites. I have them in 8x30 (which is a good all rounder size) or you can get them in 10 power too now. I got mine for $199 from memory but it was a few years ago now. Still should be well under $300.

I also have 10x40 Vortex Diamondbacks which i use for the tops (longer ranges etc) and these are also great performance for the money. About $350-$400 new.

Can you stretch to $350?
https://www.huntingandfishing.co.nz/...binocular.html

Leupold Mackenzie, can't remember what I paid for them might have been around $400 but very happy wih them

Hands down I would go for the Leupold yosemites great glass for price and reliable. Compared to my mates Acadia we could not see any difference optically throughout all hours of the day.

Thanks for the replys guys - at least I now have some idea of what im shopping around for.

This is the way to go. I bought a set off this guy for my son. Great service and great bino's for the money.

Vortex 10x42 Diamondback Binocular - Authorised NZ Warranty! | Trade Me

I just purchased a set of Minox BF 10 x42 binos from Optics Planet in the US. $298.00 nz landed within 7 days. The German glass is superior to Leupold (I own 3 leupold riflescopes and one spotting scope so my opinion is un biased) importing is the best option as on this purchase as you immediately save $45.00 gst. I will try to post a link.

I have the bushnell H2O binos

They work good for me.

BINOCULAR BUSHNELL H2O, 10 X 42mm, ROOF, WATERPROOF, FOGPROOF, BLACK COLOR, NEW! | Trade Me

Cheers
Pete

Can't work that one out in a hurry. Google optics planet and search Minox BF 10x42. Currently on special for 149.00 us. If you want to try before you buy, Gun City have them at $499.00

I'd keep an eye on trademe and/or cash converters. I've picked up some awesome deals...

Secondhand Geovids for $599... :-)

Just when I think I have made a choice.....more options. Good problem to have though.
Cheers

Originally Posted by Pineapple

Just when I think I have made a choice.....more options. Good problem to have though.
Cheers

But wait, theres more

Originally Posted by Gibo

But wait, theres more
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Aaaaand my problem is solved