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  1. #21
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    Re: Best magnification binos?

    12X50 Shake too much?
    It's not the binos that shake, it is the holder...I love my 12x50's, I don't shake, but then again I don't smoke or drink coffee.
    The only problem I have is the 12x50 binos are bulky and fair bit heavier than say a pair of 8x42's, which would be my choice now, as most of my hunting is in forested semi-open areas.

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    Re: Best magnification binos?

    https://opticsmag.com/how-to-hold-bi.../?nowprocket=1

    I have searched a few sites and none of them mention using your pointer fingers flush to your eyebrows as well as your thumbs under the eye sockets to steady your binos...that is how I was shown as a kid
    Last edited by wideopenthrottle; 05-27-2022 at 02:55 PM.

  3. #23
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    Re: Best magnification binos?

    running 8x42s for the tight stuff and 12x50 for open country.
    good compromise would be 10x for most hunting situations in bc, apart from alpine stuff when one really wants to reach out.

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    Re: Best magnification binos?

    used to run 8x, now I run 10x. can make all the difference when trying to count a point or tine. anything more than 10x and you might want something to stabilize it.
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    Re: Best magnification binos?

    I don't actually run bino's, but we use 10x42's and they work well.

    I haven't had any issues keeping them steady. Quality is probably more important than magnification.
    When in doubt, just pin it.

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    Re: Best magnification binos?

    I have the Minox 10x50. Awesome glass. Very reasonably priced.

    I primarily use my 12x50 Swaro's. Saves having to pack a spotting scope. Stability isn't an issue. If the object is far enough away, one can always find a rest.

  7. #27
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    Re: Best magnification binos?

    We have a pair of older Leupold Porro i. F. 10x40 and have used & liked them for many years

  8. #28
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    Re: Best magnification binos?

    I prefer 10x in open country but like lower power if im in thicker bush.

    A bit of a sidebar here, i learned last year just how much more detail i notice when bino's are on a tripod while long distance glassing. Was easily picking up some bedded mule deer because I caught an ear flicker as I was introducing zero relative movement.
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    Re: Best magnification binos?

    Quote Originally Posted by Ron.C View Post
    I prefer 10x in open country but like lower power if im in thicker bush.

    A bit of a sidebar here, i learned last year just how much more detail i notice when bino's are on a tripod while long distance glassing. Was easily picking up some bedded mule deer because I caught an ear flicker as I was introducing zero relative movement.
    Great point. Clear glass and magnification matter, but stability is important.

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