10x50 Too big?

[Casagrande]

Vortex Razor binos 10x50. Is this too big for hunting binos, especially for under $500?

[Bow Walker]

10 power isn't too big for hunting purposes. The 50 mm objective lens will definitely let in more light in the early morning and later evening hours. Also it'll allow you to see from sunny into shade a bit better as well.

All in all, I'd say that you've picked a very usable pair of binos. Weight 'could' be a factor though. Compare the 10x50's to the 10x40's and see if there is an appreciable difference - or see if that difference would matter to you and your hunting style(s).

[Bow Walker]

Also.... Where are you finding Vortex Razor's for under $500.00?!? They generally retail for just under $1,000.00
http://www.grouseriver.com/Vortex_10x50_Razor_Binoculars_p/opt-000192.htm

[blaine]

i have the 10 x 42 diamondbacks and they work really well, though they can be a little jumpy if you are glassing for any amount of time, also make sure you get an aftermarket bino strap because you will get neck strain
after a while. I had the 10 x 42 beside the 12 x 42 fury's for comparison and liked the diamondbacks for hunting better. hope this helps good luck in your search
blaine

[Bow Walker]

I've got the bino harness that I call my "bino-bra" tough elastic straps that keep the binos on your chest, but are stretchy enough to allow for easy glassing. Being a "bra-type" harness system it takes all the weight from your neck and distributes it across your shoulders. You don't even know they are there, half the time.

As an example....... http://www.grouseriver.com/Allen_Binocular_Harness_p/opt-000217.htm

[Ruger4]

my old Nikon's are 10x50's
love em , tad heavy but not enough for me to switch anytime soon :mrgreen:
The Vortex glass should be excellent.

[Casagrande]

Also.... Where are you finding Vortex Razor's for under $500.00?!? They generally retail for just under $1,000.00
http://www.grouseriver.com/Vortex_10x50_Razor_Binoculars_p/opt-000192.htm
I try to give Grouse as much business as possible as we're moving to the Okanagan but I know he can't touch this price. So close to pulling the trigger on this deal.

[Blacktail]

I use a 10 x50 for glassing hillsides
The 10 power is great for seeing things and the 50 mm objective will not only let in light better in dim light but it also helps on eye strain over smaller objectives.

Like was mentioned before get an aftermarket harness rig and you won't even know they are there.

[swampthing]

10 power is fine but 50 lens may be big is you are a backpack hunter as they are heavy. If you do lots of hiking with a heavy pack I would go with 42 or smaller lens. If you do a lot of quad or truck hunting, get the 50lens. Whatever you go with, you will enjoy the high quality lens.

[Gateholio]

10x42's are pretty big, about the biggest I personally like. 8 or 8.5x42 is very good too.

[Stone Sheep Steve]

Would work fine for a truck bino.

SSS

[Bow Walker]

I try to give Grouse as much business as possible as we're moving to the Okanagan but I know he can't touch this price. So close to pulling the trigger on this deal.
I use GR as an example for pricing because they are a sponsor here and we are allowed to post their links in threads and replies.

[Kirby]

I carry Leupold Green Ring 10x50, bit big but I like them and with a good harness I really don't notice any extra weight. My next set of binos will be 8x42 for when I am hunting thicker stuff.

Not sure how the Vortex stacks up weight wise compared to Leupold.

Kirby

[rocksteady]

I use my Burris 8 by 32 in archery season (any elk goes), however, wehn I get into the 6 point bull season the 10 by 50's have made it apparent, especially in the thick snarb, that the bull was gonna die....

Pretty heavey but well worth packing....REather have too much glass than not enough....And mine were only like $35 from Costco.....Bushnell...

[Casagrande]

Would work fine for a truck bino.

SSS
1" longer and less than 1/2 lb heavier than what I was looking at. Maybe time to hit the gym?:mrgreen:

[rocksteady]

1" longer and less than 1/2 lb heavier than what I was looking at. Maybe time to hit the gym?:mrgreen:


Suck it up buttercup, I am 5'8" and weigh a buck 40.....Pack the 10 by50's and it won't kill me...Mind you my buck forty is cold-rolled steel-and -sex-appeal.....:wink::wink:

[Casagrande]

Suck it up buttercup, I am 5'8" and weigh a buck 40.....Pack the 10 by50's and it won't kill me...Mind you my buck forty is cold-rolled steel-and -sex-appeal.....:wink::wink:
I wasn't talking about me!:mrgreen:

[Stone Sheep Steve]

Suck it up buttercup, I am 5'8" and weigh a buck 40.....Pack the 10 by50's and it won't kill me...Mind you my buck forty is cold-rolled steel-and -sex-appeal.....:wink::wink:

$1.40?? Is that before or after the fire/elk packing season??:-D

SSS

[rocksteady]

$1.40?? Is that before or after the fire/elk packing season??:-D

SSS


Both, always stay at the same weight.....Thats how i keep my girlish figure....

Got a metabolism like a humminbird, but a D*%K like a horse:eek:

[Casagrande]

Both, always stay at the same weight.....Thats how i keep my girlish figure....

Got a metabolism like a humminbird, but a D*%K like a horse:eek:
Girlish figure? Should have kept that one to yourself!:mrgreen:
Going with the 10x50 Razors although Gilmore made a strong case for the 8.5x.

[bridger]

i have a pair of zeiss 10x56 that i use for whitetail hunting that are absolutely fantastic. I also use a 10xx42 swarvoki for sheep hunting but in low light the 10x56 are much better. a 10x50 is great but as other members have mentioned you may find them a tad oversize if you are back packing or hiking. if you are mostly quad or pick up hunting i would go with the 10x50.

[Casagrande]

i have a pair of zeiss 10x56 that i use for whitetail hunting that are absolutely fantastic. I also use a 10xx42 swarvoki for sheep hunting but in low light the 10x56 are much better. a 10x50 is great but as other members have mentioned you may find them a tad oversize if you are back packing or hiking. if you are mostly quad or pick up hunting i would go with the 10x50.
That's why I was looking for input. They'll be around my neck. But more than half the price of what I'd pay here in Canada! You've got 21 minutes to talk me out of it. Make that 20!

[Ruger4]

theres a good read on 24 hour campfire re 8x42 binos best in show .....

Zeiss takes the cake , swaro ,Leica , among the top as were VORTEX RAZOR, "right on the heels of the Euro's".

I had to read the list twice , Leupold didnt make sundays cut , not in the top 8 , not even on the list :icon_frow

[muledeercrazy]

theres a good read on 24 hour campfire re 8x42 binos best in show .....

Zeiss takes the cake , swaro ,Leica , among the top as were VORTEX RAZOR, "right on the heels of the Euro's".

I had to read the list twice , Leupold didnt make sundays cut , not in the top 8 , not even on the list :icon_frow

yeah, i agree. I have the leica's 10x42brf geovids, and the leupy's and vortex dont even come close. I use a set of leupy 8x40's for a little lighter load when i am planning to put on more miles, but will replace them with swaro's or another pair of leica's sooner or later. If you can afford 500 dollars for binos, put it away and save enought to buy good glass. As much as most dont want to hear it, leupold, bushnell, vortex, etc definetly seem inferior to the european makes.

[backpack for sheep]

i have vipers that were 500 dollars in backcountry in fsj my buddy has razors that were 1000 dollars both are 10x 50 no differance and the same warranty