Who makes robust binoculars in the sub-$500 price range? Just from handling them in the store, Vortex Vipers have always felt pretty well made, but it seems like Vortex products have a pretty poor reputation for build quality. Are there any brands or models that stand out as particularly durable...
If you’re talking scopes, I’ve had great luck with Bushnell tactical 10x40s, which are somewhat frustrating due to MOA adjustments and a mildot reticle, but track and hold zero pretty well in my experience. (I’m selling one in the classifieds but I have several).
Selling a Bushnell Elite 3200 tactical 10x40 scope. Made in Japan. Has held zero for me and dialed well but I haven’t put it through a ton of use. I’ve uploaded some photos here:
Let me know if you can’t see them.
$150 shipped
Are the $30ish dollar SWFA rings good to go? Are there any better options in the budget ring end of things? For not much more I could get Warnes or Burris Signature Zees or Leupold PRW2s, but the SWFAs have six screws per ring and look pretty bomber although they're unrefined.