Optics kit advice

[k_Dub]

Hi All,

Been a member for a while and this is my 1st posting.
Seeking advice on how to best build the best setup for the type of hunts I do: Sept. archery elk, 3rd rifle mule deer, Wisconsin whitetail rut hunting from saddle or stand. I will eventually mix in an antelope hunt. Looking to simplify my optics kit, upgrade where needed, and sell the optics I don’t really need or use. Thanks in advance!

Here is my current kit:

1. Vortex Razor UHD 10x50
2. Vortex Razor UHD 18x56
3. Sig Zulu 6 16x42 stabilized
4. Vortex Viper 15-45x60 spotting scope

 

[LCguy]

I have gone through the same thing and these days, the only optics I really ever carry are my 10x binos. Sometimes I bring my 18's, but I almost never use them, except sometimes for Mule Deer. With the 10s I can tell bull or cow elk at about 4 miles. I think it also depends on what type of hunter you are. If you only want to shoot giants, then I think a spotter or high-powered binos would be worth it to carry.

 

[k_Dub]

I have gone through the same thing and these days, the only optics I really ever carry are my 10x binos. Sometimes I bring my 18's, but I almost never use them, except sometimes for Mule Deer. With the 10s I can tell bull or cow elk at about 4 miles. I think it also depends on what type of hunter you are. If you only want to shoot giants, then I think a spotter or high-powered binos would be worth it to carry.

Yeah…I honestly think i’ve overbought and would have better off buying one and sticking with it. I find myself using the 16x42 Zulu 6 the most but honestly wish I would have purchased the 12x42 instead. The 16s are too much magnification for whitetail and Sept. elk in the timber.

Thanks for the reply!

 

[gr8fuldoug]

It would be my pleasure to discuss this with you as I feel that a discussion would be more beneficial than just a posted reply. If you have a few moments please give me a call, 516-217-1000. As a long standing supporting vendor of this forum it is our pleasure to assist you.
Doug

 

[Buglebrush]

Hi All,

Been a member for a while and this is my 1st posting.
Seeking advice on how to best build the best setup for the type of hunts I do: Sept. archery elk, 3rd rifle mule deer, Wisconsin whitetail rut hunting from saddle or stand. I will eventually mix in an antelope hunt. Looking to simplify my optics kit, upgrade where needed, and sell the optics I don’t really need or use. Thanks in advance!

Here is my current kit:

1. Vortex Razor UHD 10x50
2. Vortex Razor UHD 18x56
3. Sig Zulu 6 16x42 stabilized
4. Vortex Viper 15-45x60 spotting scope

Sell your 10x50 and get an 8x32 UHD. Sell your Viper and get the 13x39x56 Baby Razor. Way better options then. The 18's you have are the best for Mule Deer hunts or anywhere you're hunting huge open country.

 

[k_Dub]

Thanks for your perspective! Why do you like the mini spotter so much? I’ve sold the 18x56 UHDs and the Zulu 6 HDX 16x42. Still trying to figure out the right setup that I can keep for the next 10 years plus