Binoculars for Glassing

[lank1234]

Hey all,

Looking to get some opinions on the optimum specs for some new binos. I will primarily be using them for open country mule deer, alpine mule deer and maybe some elk hunting. I have a cheaper set of heavy bushnell 10x50 that work alright but im looking to upgrade to a little lighter/higher end pair. I am wondering what you guys suggest for a magnification/size when doing open country hunts? Please don't suggest a particular pair of binos for me, everyone has their brands. Looking more for specs here. Thanks. If you do happen to have some binos for sale that may fit the bill please send me a pm.

[ACE]

Have had 7x, 8x, 10x, and 12x ......
10x in a quality compact are what works for me.
With the same usage as you listed.

[srupp]

8.5 x 42..hd
Steven

[Weatherby Fan]

Stick to a 10x42, I have both 8x42 Zeiss and 10x42 Leica and I'm much happier with the 10x42 in the alpine.

[Ferenc]

Yep .. 10x40.... Keep in mind the better quality binos are also heavy.

[gmachine19]

10x42 should be enough i find. if I need more magnification, i bring a spotting scope.

[Kopper]

10x is a good magnification. I have 42 and 50mm glass but I prefer the 42. Quality glass is heavier but a bino harness is a godsend.

[Big Lew]

I have a good quality 8x50 that works very well, I have a 10x50 that's even better, but it's quite
heavy. I also have a spotting scope but it's bulky and not ideal for scanning as I go. I recently
purchased a pair of 16x50 binos that come with a tri-pod attachment. I used it during the sheep
count and they worked very well without using the tri-pod. Although they weren't expensive at all,
they were very clear. PM me if you wish more info about them.

[REMINGTON JIM]

I use 10-42 and i like them ! I looked for a while through some 15 power Swarovskis at the sheep LOOK ! in spences bridge and i really liked them BUT to big heavy to carry around up the mountains - BUT great for spotting from the truck- quad etc :biggrin: jmo RJ

[dakoda62]

Unless you are rock steady don't go above 10x,

[REMINGTON JIM]

http://ca.swarovskioptik.com/nature/slc-56-c21010302/slc-15x56-p5068619

[Kermodie]

I used 10x for many years and find it's ideal. I glassed many sheep, and Elk at long range with them. My new ones are 8.5 and are good, but I prefer the 10x for open country. Note: if you go to 12x - 15x mirage may become an issue and you can't dial back like a scope.

[lank1234]

Thanks everyone for their input! Looking like almost everyone is leaning to the 10x, instead of picking up a new pair i may just have to purchase a harness and then if/when these ones break ill upgrade! Im glad i asked since i was thinking of going with a pair of 12x or even more. Greatly appreciated!

[Stone C. Killer]

10*42 plus spotter