Budget Bino Poll

[rwc101]

I'm going to contact Schmalts about some new binos. I can't convince myself to splash out on expensive glass when I know just about any binoculars will be better at spotting animals than I will. Primary use will be pronghorn and trying to figure out elk.

 

[Irrelevant]

What's your realistic budget?

 

[Ben Lamb]

I've got the Questas. Give Schmalts your money.

 

[Sytes]

I've stopped packing a spotting scope and gone w/ 10x50 bino glass.
I think it boils down to weight and when dealing w/ glass - weight is worth gold, at least IMO. Can not help in your decision as I don't have any you've shared however Schmalts is king for his service. Ask and you'll receive the most honest answer a person will give, regardless the sales objective.

Seems you already know that though.

 

[Bambistew]

By once, cry once. Binos are one of the most important, if not the most important piece of hunting equipment I own. I've been down the budget road, and ended up getting another budget pair or two before finally just buying a nice set, and not regretting it.

Shop on Ebay or classified adds and look for a used pair of alpha glass. You can pick up a pair of 10x42s (my preference for all hunting) for $800 or less if you are patient and look often.

 

[rwc101]

What's your realistic budget?

I'd like to keep it 500s or lower.

 

[Irrelevant]

I'd like to keep it 500s or lower.

BX-4 guide HD through @schmalts or look used.

 

[JohnCushman]

Just give him your money and wait for the questas in the mail

 

[Ben Lamb]

By once, cry once. Binos are one of the most important, if not the most important piece of hunting equipment I own. I've been down the budget road, and ended up getting another budget pair or two before finally just buying a nice set, and not regretting it.

Shop on Ebay or classified adds and look for a used pair of alpha glass. You can pick up a pair of 10x42s (my preference for all hunting) for $800 or less if you are patient and look often.

I generally agree, but I'm also a fan of finding products that lunch way outside their weight class, and the Questas fit that bill.

I'd love a pair of Swaros, but until I win the RMBS raffle, I'm likely sticking with my Theron's.

 

[Kearnsie14]

I've got the Questas. Give Schmalts your money.

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