Best truck binos for $300 or less, used?

[Schmo]

Looking for some suggestions on what would be the best optical performance for a pair of truck binos. Definitely open to buying used, with a price cap of $300. In the used market, this should get me Maven C.1, Vortex Viper Hd, etc. What brands/models should I consider?

 

[gr8fuldoug]

Take a peek at the:
Hawke Frontier ED X 10x42 Binocular - Grey reduced from $559.99 to only $339.99

Hawke Frontier HD X 8x42 Binoculars - Grey reduced from $289.99 to only $229.99

 

[nm.otter]

Gen2 Viper HD 8x42 (model V200) are quite good, and the included case/harness is entirely usable. Impressive low light performance IME.

I've seen used ones listed at ~$300 in the classifieds here.

 

[Gwchem]

I've been really happy with my Maven C.1 10x42's.

 

[Agross]

The pair of mavens that are listed right now for $300

 

[hoooogan]

Underrated pick (in my super amateur opinion): Leupold BX4 10x42. Used Gen 1's (bumpy grip) go for around $250-300. Gen 2's (smooth grip) a tiny bit more ($300-350). I have both gens and they have similar glass. The price to glass quality is crazy. Gave a set to a friend as a gift and his entire family was blown away with how clear they were. Couldn't get them out of the kids hands. Thinking of gifting my Gen 1's to my brother.

 

[waspocrew]

Wait a few more weeks and you’ll likely see the Viper HD 10x42s for $300 at Cabelas/Bass Pro. That’s been their BF deal for 2 years now. For the money, very decent option.

 

[nm.otter]

Sierra Trading Post has refurb 10x42s at $299 and 8x42s at $329 right now. No model #s given, but the 409' FOV cited in their specs matches that of Gen2s (vs 341' for Gen1). I'd call and verify model #s to be sure.

Cabelas was still selling refurb Gen1 Vipers as of last year.

 

[Cannonball]

https://www.eurooptic.com/gpo-passion-8x32-ed-desert-sand-binocular-b302?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22980035431&gbraid=0AAAAAD92b35UyFnEV-DCeOxxNXZooq6gd&gclid=CjwKCAiA8bvIBhBJEiwAu5ayrKtIHetId878_CXfpzm_Zz-weCDmzMzeDAbixsCjYffn5l00r4qk8RoC9OgQAvD_BwE

I snagged these on campsaver for 300. Keep an eye out and they can be found closer to 300

 

[Mountainrancher]

I’ve been very happy with the maven c.1 for this exact use

 

[Minitron]

I second the other recommendations of Vortex Vipers 8/10x42 for the best optical performance in that price range. On the cheaper side, I keep a pair of Vortex Triumph 10x42s in my truck. They are cheap enough I don't worry about them being stolen. Optical performance seems similar to Diamondback's to my eye.

 

[Schmo]

What about a cheap pair of Nikon Monarch 5?