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Thread: Binos or Spotting Scope

  1. #21
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    Re: Binos or Spotting Scope

    If more hunters had spotting scopes for counting tines , there would be less 'catch and release' of illegal kills.

    and for range use, a $150 20-60x Simmons or equivalent will show up the holes though the pic may not be perfect.

    The need for High end optics is overrated for 95+% of usage. Use what you have until they prove out needs
    Last edited by boxhitch; 10-27-2018 at 02:53 AM.
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  2. #22
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    Re: Binos or Spotting Scope

    Quote Originally Posted by Jordan f. View Post
    Good binos with a tripod is a deadly combo
    I'll put a big ole LIKE on this post and second what Jordan said

  3. #23
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    Re: Binos or Spotting Scope

    Quote Originally Posted by Arctic Lake View Post
    Thanks to all of you that replied to my questions. You make good points regarding the binos . I presently do not hunt for sheep or goats so I guess I really don't need a spotter. I don't handload but find it frustrating when at the range sighting in to find out where my bullets are hitting without high power magnification thus the idea of a spotting scope .
    Arctic Lake
    I use a cheap Tasco spotter for the range. Works great to see where you are at 200 yrds and I think I spent < $200.

  4. #24
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    Re: Binos or Spotting Scope

    From the replies I received to this thread it seemed that a good pair of binoculars should be purchased first then a spotter .
    Well I have an update. Thanks to Weatherby Fan I purchased a great pair of Meopta Meopro 8x42 HD binos from him . WOW ! They are great ! Everything looks so much better through these than the 7x22 Minoltas . Yes the Meoptas are heavier and larger but what a difference . Now hope to get a chance to see some deer through them before the season ends !
    Thanks again Fellas !
    Arctic Lake

  5. #25
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    Re: Binos or Spotting Scope

    Be sure to get a bino harness as well as a tripod

  6. #26
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    Re: Binos or Spotting Scope

    Quote Originally Posted by boxhitch View Post
    If more hunters had spotting scopes for counting tines , there would be less 'catch and release' of illegal kills.

    and for range use, a $150 20-60x Simmons or equivalent will show up the holes though the pic may not be perfect.

    The need for High end optics is overrated for 95+% of usage. Use what you have until they prove out needs
    BS .... most illegal kills are probably people bumping deer and shooting before they even have a chance to count tines. Not glassing them with binos and not being able to see properly.

  7. #27
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    Re: Binos or Spotting Scope

    Quote Originally Posted by twoSevenO View Post
    You carry all 3 on you in the field? Those 15x56 alone must weigh as much as the spotter!

    And x2 .... definitely go for good binoculars first. And honestly, I wouldnt waste my time waiting for a used pair
    Of premium ones to pop up. Every time they do people want damn near what they cost new.
    Plenty of quality used optics for a good price available if a guy looks around..
    "The farther one gets into the wilderness, the greater is the attraction of its lonely freedom."

  8. #28
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    Re: Binos or Spotting Scope

    10x40 are by far the best to have.
    I bought a pair of Leica on eBay. Fraction of new cost and I love them!!

  9. #29
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    Re: Binos or Spotting Scope

    Quote Originally Posted by leftfield View Post
    Be sure to get a bino harness as well as a tripod
    Looking into a tripod adapter that is quick detach also tripod .I see a tripod adapter from Outdoorsmen in the USA gets good reviews. Have not looked into a bino harness yet. Any recommendations would be appreciated !
    Thanks
    Arctic Lake

  10. #30
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    Re: Binos or Spotting Scope

    There are many harnesses to chose from and I couldn’t recommend one over the other but I would be looking for one the keeps your bino’s clean and dry when your out in the elements

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