No I am more worried at being limited with only cheap 10x binos at being able to accurately spot anything. The scope I would clearly use once I have located an elk. The issue is being able to locate elk using the cheaper binos, hence my original question, do I need nicer glass. Surprising how...
Yeah I guess I wasn’t using the term glass correctly. In my head I was talking about using my scope to better ID game. Spot elk -> switch to high magnification scope for better viewing compared to 8x binos. Don’t plan on randomly sweeping the country side with my muzzle
I didn’t know what youre reasoning was for being so against using a rifle to glass. Quality, safety, or some other unknown reason. That’s why I’m asking these questions.
I am going on my first elk hunt in late October - early November in Colorado. I have a pair of Vortex Crossfire HD binoculars and plan on using them as my main glassing tool. I know they are on the cheaper end but are mainly used for Eastern whitetail and turkey hunting, and are fine for those...
I’ve been thinking about using those Bartlein wrapped barrels. Had any time to get rounds down range? Curious how well it handles heat. Any thought as to what bullets you’ll be using?
I second the Quake Claw, perfect mix of grip/comfort. I sometimes throw my rifle across my back (sling across chest) when I’m doing more arduous climbing/running etc. and the Quake Claw doesn’t dig into my neck but also keeps the rifle anchored.