Best cheap binoculars?

[roadrunner]

Nobody has said it yet…..but if this friend just got into archery elk hunting last year, he really doesn’t need binoculars to go on a hunt.

The reality is the learning curve is so steep he’d be better off to save up some money and buy quality binoculars next year. Having $200 binoculars this year won’t impact the outcome of his hunt one way or the other this season. He can be successful (or not) with or without the binoculars.

So, if cheap binos aren't needed this year, why would "tikka" style binos be needed next year?

Quality binos have nothing to do with any kind of a learning curve...

 

[nphunter]

Nobody has said it yet…..but if this friend just got into archery elk hunting last year, he really doesn’t need binoculars to go on a hunt.

The reality is the learning curve is so steep he’d be better off to save up some money and buy quality binoculars next year. Having $200 binoculars this year won’t impact the outcome of his hunt one way or the other this season. He can be successful (or not) with or without the binoculars.

That’s what he has me for, lol. I had him in bow range of a dozen bulls last year but just couldn’t quite make it happen. He wants binos for hunting and i think I’m just going to end up giving him an old pair of bushnell legend HD’s I have.

 

[Hatchet Jack]

Nobody mentioned Sightron Blue Sky II 8x32...
If you know, you know. and not made in China.

Poor man's ELs. Sweet binos, I think I got mine for like $100 off Adorama a few years ago and they are impressive.

 

[Salamander70]

I second and third the Diamondbacks recommendations (10x42 can be had on sale for sun $200 - PrimeDay is almost here). But a pair of the older original Bushnell Legends can be had for a decent price and they were highly regarded.

 

[Salamander70]

I second and third the Diamondbacks recommendations (10x42 can be had on sale for sun $200 - PrimeDay is almost here). But a pair of the older original Bushnell Legends can be had for a decent price and they were highly regarded.

 

[MeatInTheFreezer]

I had Diamondback HDs. Honestly for what they cost I was pretty happy with them. Snag a pair of Sierra or used. Sierra restocks frequently so keep your eyes open. There’s also good deals here in the classifieds. May even be able to talk someone down a bit more to hit a budget.

Vortex Optics Diamondback HD Binoculars - 10x50 mm, Refurbished 5YNGJ - Save 33%

Vortex Optics Diamondback HD Binoculars - 10x50 mm, Refurbished 5YNGJ at Sierra. Celebrating 30 Years Of Exploring.

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What's your experience been like with "refurbished" binos from Sierra?

 

[flyfisher117]

What's your experience been like with "refurbished" binos from Sierra?

I’ve bought 2 pairs of Razors. One was $450 and one was $550. Both looked brand new upon arrival. The boxes were a little rough though.