Vortex Diamondback Binos or Nikon Monarch 5

[rotorooter23]

Was in the market for a new pair of binos. Have been in a fuss between the Vortex diamondback binos and the Nikon Monarch 5 both in 10x42. I have read some great things on both and just wondering if anyone had some input on these.  

 

Thanks

[phade]

Both are good options.

 

I am a fan of Vortex glass though. They seem to have low QA issues and whent hey do happen, they are easily warranted.

[bman940]

Just so you know, I do some freelance PR work for Nikon down in Texas. Am I biased, Honestly, I don't think so. I've been using Nikon glass for 20 years by choice and that includes part of the 10 years I lived in the North West home of L.  $ for $ I think it's hard to go wrong with any Nikon scope or bino. You get a very well built product with a great company standing behind what they sell. I gave my son the PROSTAFF 7 bino last year for hunting and my Father  In-Law the MONARCH 5 for Christmas, He used them early for our KS deer hunt. If a 78 year old guy can use a scope and Bino to harvest 3 deer between 200 and 400 yards I think that says a lot for the ease of use and quality of a product.  The best way to decide exactly what is best for you is to go someplace where you can look at them side by side and see which is the best for your eyes. 

[ny hunter]

I agree both are great....pick the ones that feel right...