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Re: Binocular preference
[Re: Triplesnake]
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09/01/20 10:14 PM
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kind of a big deal
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Time for me to buy a new pair of binos. I've worn out the eye cups on the pair of Cabela's 8x42 that I've used for years. They were just ok but were a gift, so the price was right. I mostly hunt deer from box blinds, but also do some still hunting. Additionally, I might have the chance to go on a diy elk hunt in CO this year. I'm not getting any younger, and my eyes were never that good. I've worn glasses since Jr high.
So, with that info, what would y'all recommend I look at for binos? I think I'd like to step up to 10x, but I've done ok with these 8x for years. I'm conscious of the weight with the possibility of this elk hunt ( the old Cabela's weigh about 29oz) and I'm not going to carry a spotting scope.
Do y'all think 8x binos are enough for elk hunting?
Would a pair of 10x32 be a bad idea to save weight, or will the smaller Obj lens be a handicap in lower light?
Or should I go with 10x42, which seems to be a very popular choice even with the weight?
Other ideas or factors to consider? Sorry I skimmed and didn’t read your post well enough. CO archery- small/lightest 8x or none. I never use my bino’s archery elk hunting. Locating elk in archery season is vocal CO rifle 10-12x (32-50mm=personal choice) with tripod. 8x will work, regardless get tripod or bipod to glass off of. It will improve your glassing efficiency by 30% min
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