Best Binocular Under $1000

[MidwestElkHunter]

I just bought Vortex Razor HD in 10x42.

They are lighter and more compact than the UHD'S.

ON sale at Cabela's right now for $699.98. They have 10% off with Club Card using promo code 24CLUB21 , ending today Feb 1, ends up being $630.

 

[JGRaider]

I just bought Vortex Razor HD in 10x42.

They are lighter and more compact than the UHD'S.

ON sale at Cabela's right now for $699.98. They have 10% off with Club Card using promo code 24CLUB21 , ending today Feb 1, ends up being $630.

That's a great deal on a great bino. I bought mine during the Christmas sale for about the same money and love 'em. Nothing comes close to them at that price.

 

[bowhiker88]

Some solid 7x42s out there. I think you can get some nikon edg ii 7x42 for less than $1k. HG is still a good option too.

Cameraland has some unreal deals every now and then but a few have remained on the site. Check daily

 

[swampfoxsc]

Bought Bushnell 334211 Trophy Binocular for $130 on Amazon for turkey hunting and they have held up for 3 seasons now quite well

 

[Time2fish]

Maven B1.2 8x42’s are very enjoyable.

 

[Olympics777]

I’ll have a pair of Trinovids next week to compare to my last bino’s, which were EL’s.

So what did you think of the trinovids?

 

[HingleMcCringleberry]

I have zero complaints with the kowa genesis.

 

[4cMuley]

Meopta Meostar. Without question

 

[DakotaBPNW]

So what did you think of the trinovids?

I wasn’t a fan. No better than my BX-4’s side by side imo

 

[JGRaider]

I agree. Trinovid's are way overrated.

 

[Beendare]

This has been talked about hundreds of times, but don’t leave Nikon monarch hg off the list, they compare well to my elite glass and I think you can pick a pair up refurbed for 7-800ish….good luck on your search


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Yep, those are very good...as are the Kowa and Meopta on your list

 

[PokeTheBear_]

Should the non transferable warranty on the Leicas, or the recent customer service issues with Zeiss, turn me off of buying a pair of trinovids or conquests used? Those are both on my short list along with leupold bx5 (have a pro-deal) and vortex razor HD (love their warranty). Or should I save for SLCs…

 

[Peytb10]

Hard to beat Maven optics on sale or gently used. Unlimited warranty too

 

[timberlinehunter]

You can’t go wrong with the Conquests. I actually sold a pair of SLCs and picked up a pair of used Conquests and have been very happy with them. Plus they are built like a tank!


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[jimh406]

Tract Toric

 

[WHALL]

Been doing some research on here but haven't seen posts comparing these specific binos. I'm upgrading my current binos and must spend under $1000, whether that be buying new, pre-owned, demo model, refurbished, etc. I'm an 8x42 guy. I'm looking at the following:
Vortex Razor HD (Not the UHD model)
Leica Ultravid (Not the plus model)
Leica Trinovid HD
Kowa Genesis
Zeiss Conquest
Maven B1
Steiner Predator
Meopta Meopro Air
Sig Zulu 7
Tract Toric
Others??
Looking at the best value for money

I went down the rabbit hole looking for the best bang for $1000, I was looking for 10x42(s). My boxes are clarity, FOV, compactness/weight and eye relief. In this price point I went with Maven B1.2(s) they are fantastic and checked all the boxes! The more I use them the more I like them. I tried everything except Steiner! Bought mine in like new used condition on eBay for $800.

 

[kbincolo]

Tract Toric.

 

[menhaden_man]

GPO Passion HD is an outstanding option

@gr8fuldoug - how’s the feedback been on the 12.5 X 50 GPO Passion HD? I’ve been noodling on a set of those for a few weeks.

I currently have a couple 8x, a 10x that I normally hunt with, and thinking that a 12 with a good bipod then leave spotter at home.

Also thinking of the similar size Maven and Meoptas - I think you have or had a good deal on the latter.

 

[Doc Holliday]

@gr8fuldoug - how’s the feedback been on the 12.5 X 50 GPO Passion HD? I’ve been noodling on a set of those for a few weeks.

I currently have a couple 8x, a 10x that I normally hunt with, and thinking that a 12 with a good bipod then leave spotter at home.

Also thinking of the similar size Maven and Meoptas - I think you have or had a good deal on the latter.

What did you do here? I’ve also been watching the 50mm GPOs and curious to hear 1st hand feedback

 

[DMTJAGER]

Buy used Meopta Meostars. Done.

A wise optics expert once said the BEST binocular under $1000 is a VERY gently used $1300 pair of binoculars.

I did exactly this^^^^^^^^^. Was looking to upgrade my 30+ year old binoculars. Looked for TWO YEARS trying to find a used but in LNIB condition Swaro SL's for $800 or less. Never did. Stumbled onto a pair of flawless SANIB Meopta Meostar B1.1 HD 10x42 made for Cabela's for <$600 TMD. Have now spent several outings glassing at first & last light, sunny and cloudy days waterfowl, deer, signage on far off buildings all kinds of birds and I can not get over how much better the Meostars are then my made in Japan Leupold Wind Rivers.

Mind you I paid $325 for the Leupold WR's back in 1993 and not even 2x that for the Meostars B1.1 HD's
I can not advise you strongly enough to:
#1 buy used
#2 be patient
#3 check here and similar optics FS forums every day.

There are some awesome deals in LNIB used binoculars if you spend the time looking at the right on line places.