Binocular recommendations

[Red]

I'm looking to possibly purchase a new pair of binoculars for bow and gun hunting nothing to bulky.  I don't have a big budget looking to spend no more than $125.00. The reviews on these leupold look pretty good. Anyone have experience with these binos? 

My old nikon monarchs grew legs a couple years ago and walked out of the work truck.

[steve863]

I think anything from Leupold, Nikon, Vortex and a few others will do just fine.  Sure, the more expensive stuff will give you a clearer picture, etc., but the cheaper stuff will work too.  

[turkeyfeathers]

[moog5050]

I have the Mohave pro guide BX3 HD - great binos and picked them up new for only $300 (normally around 600 I think).  I had zeiss conquest at the time and found the BX3 just as good.  I sold the zeiss and pocketed the difference.

Edited September 27, 2019 by moog5050

[BizCT]

Red - I really like these, if you want 10x42's. $129, but you can get a 20% discount.

https://www.dickssportinggoods.com/p/nikon-prostaff-3s-10x42-binoculars-16nknaprstff3s10xopt/16nknaprstff3s10xopt?camp=CSE:DSG_92700045179236035_pla_pla-343499409108&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI3aa5tZXx5AIVA-iGCh09Vg2_EAQYAiABEgJAePD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

[Nytracker]

I remember reading you divide the smaller number into the larger and that gives you the exit pupil of the binocular. The number 4  or greater gives you the most light you can see with the human eye . I have always stayed with 8 ×.40 and have been more than satisfied . I'm using a compact set of leupold.  I dont remember what model but they were on sale for 150.00. Little more than your budget but they are clear and I can focus on stuff in brush.  Separate target so to speak.

[Rattler]

Look into Styrka.  Great glass for the money, free yearly maintenance and full warranty.  A nice compact lightweight pair of 8x32's will work well in the whitetail woods.

https://www.amazon.com/Styrka-8x32-Binocular-Green-ST-35500/dp/B00XQ3JIJC/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?keywords=styrka+s3+binoculars&qid=1569594679&s=electronics&sr=1-2-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEySExXSFE3V1gzMjdTJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwODc1MjQyM1E2NUZWVzQ2U1EyNyZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwODQ0OTY3OVhLTEtSTFRYWDdWJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==

Edited September 27, 2019 by Rattler

[moog5050]

4 minutes ago, Nytracker said:

I remember reading you divide the smaller number into the larger and that gives you the exit pupil of the binocular. The number 4  or greater gives you the most light you can see with the human eye . I have always stayed with 8 ×.40 and have been more than satisfied . I'm using a compact set of leupold.  I dont remember what model but they were on sale for 150.00. Little more than your budget but they are clear and I can focus on stuff in brush.  Separate target so to speak.

Thought number was 5 for maximum that pupil can use but perhaps you are correct.

[Rattler]

You want at least 4.  To get 5 you usually are looking at big, heavy binocs.

[Rattler]

I'd also look into the Bushnell PermaFocus Binocs.   They need no focus adjustment.  I have a pair of the old 7x35's and they work great for deer hunting.

https://www.amazon.com/Bushnell-171043-PermaFocus-Binoculars-Focus-Free/dp/B00C2GKVFO/ref=sr_1_6?dchild=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw5rbsBRCFARIsAGEYRwe7LGNNTeUMrhRa4WJXA0trqmzW6IiFYdL1L77aeRJ6GlTtBdBpGukaAkmrEALw_wcB&hvadid=177255138622&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9005379&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1o2&hvqmt=b&hvrand=4353742559720119778&hvtargid=kwd-39950653&hydadcr=18502_9834282&keywords=bushnell+permafocus+binoculars&qid=1569595377&sr=8-6

[Rattler]

https://www.amazon.com/Bushnell-Spectator-Sport-Permafocus-BS1735/dp/B0734ZD19D/ref=sr_1_10?dchild=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw5rbsBRCFARIsAGEYRwe7LGNNTeUMrhRa4WJXA0trqmzW6IiFYdL1L77aeRJ6GlTtBdBpGukaAkmrEALw_wcB&hvadid=177255138622&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9005379&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1o2&hvqmt=b&hvrand=4353742559720119778&hvtargid=kwd-39950653&hydadcr=18502_9834282&keywords=bushnell+permafocus+binoculars&qid=1569595377&sr=8-10

[moog5050]

16 minutes ago, Rattler said:

You want at least 4.  To get 5 you usually are looking at big, heavy binocs.

Aren't all 8x42s at 5 plus?  Maybe I am confused.  Its a pretty standard size and not necessarily big or heavy.

[grampy]

55 minutes ago, steve863 said:

I think anything from Leupold, Nikon, Vortex and a few others will do just fine.  Sure, the more expensive stuff will give you a clearer picture, etc., but the cheaper stuff will work too.  

^^^^ Exactly what I was going to say ^^^^

I have a pair of mid sized Nikon bino's that were around $150, but have seen them on sale at times for a bit less. Forgot what model? Perhaps Monarch? Get a nice clear view of anything within my hunting range. Good in low light too.

[Rattler]

10 minutes ago, moog5050 said:

Aren't all 8x42s at 5 plus?  Maybe I am confused.  Its a pretty standard size and not necessarily big or heavy.

Yes they are, but 42's are big for deer hunting IMHO.  I prefer 8x32 or 7x32. 

If you get 10x42 you only get about 4.2 in the eye.

[NFA-ADK]

Still using my 40$ Bushnell's they are ok but need to upgrade at one point just being cheap I guess.  Looked at a bunch this past year and see the difference in cheap and really good pair but most are too big for what I do. 

Leupold makes good glass, should be ok for you, similar to what I am looking for once I brake the old ones!  

Good thing about a cheap pair is I can abuse them, loose them, brake them and not care!  Eventually! 

[WNYBuckHunter]

I have a pair of Vortex Diamondback 10x32 that I picked up last year for regular use. Love them, and they should be within your budget. Look on Amazon.

 

[WNYBuckHunter]

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AWFGIOO/ref=twister_B07GWZX7BY?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

 

[Marion]

I've got a set of razor hd 8×42s I believe. They cost a pretty penny but they are lights out awesome!

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[cdbing]

I recently bought a pair of Leupold BX-1 in 40 mm. Haven't used it afield, but happy with clarity, size, weight, etc. As you will likely read in the reviews the lens covers are junk, but should not cost much to upgrade those.

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[The_Real_TCIII]

Nikon ProStaff 3s 10x42mm Hunting Binoculars
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[Red]

Thank you all for all of the suggestions and tips.

I ended up picking up a pair of vortex  crossfire HD 10X42 binoculars from cabelas. Can't go wrong with the vortex life time warranty. The salesman also said I have 60 days to return them or trade them for another pair.

I went back and forth between the 8x42 and the 10x42.

I can't wait to test these out.

[Hock3y24]

Walmart just cleared out there Nikon pro staffs and Monarchs for $30-$60, you probably wont find them in stock but people are flipping them for less than $100. 

Edited October 4, 2019 by Hock3y24

[Hock3y24]

This guy is good to deal with , i bought a range finder of him. https://www.archerytalk.com/vb/showthread.php?t=5736499 nikon prostaff 3s for $80 shipped