Optics Magnification for Judging Antlers @ 100-200 yards

[DPReef]

What is minimum objective/magnification do I need to judge antlers in the 2 scenarios? Assuming I use a Zeiss/Swarovski/Leica/Leupold equivalent higher end glass.

• 30 min past sunset @ 100 yards
• @200 yards in daylight

I was having trouble judging antlers and counting points @100 yards in the 30 min past sunset via my vortex LH 3-15x42. My 10x42 Zeiss binocular did a MUCH better job. While price is no limit, its on a lightweight gun build and I'd like to keep it under 24oz which limits alot but not all of the high end / heavier ones. i'm fine with 1", only shooting max EVER to 500 yards at the range. I'm looking to replace with

• VX6-HD 3-18x50
• Z5 2.4-12x50
• Z6 2-12x50
• Z6 3-18x50
• Z8I 2-16x50
• Z6 2.5-15x56
• Zeiss Victory HT 3-12x56

Trying to convince myself that 12x is fine and i know thats all that needed for a shot ( i can't recall ever taking a shot above 12x) but what is a good size for judging/counting antlers and points?

 

[JGRaider]

8 or 10x either one will let you judge animals at that distance. Binos trump rifle scopes in that arena every time. IMO, scopes are for steering bullets, not judging animals.

 

[DPReef]

Hmmm, just spun me upside down. Not sure why I was focused on upping my scope, I could just get a stronger bino or compact spotter in my bag for those unique circumstances as opposed to bigger scope.

I already carry a 10x42 zeiss. Should I get something bigger ?

Any suggestion?

 

[sndmn11]

Hmmm, just spun me upside down. Not sure why I was focused on upping my scope, I could just get a stronger bino or compact spotter in my bag for those unique circumstances as opposed to bigger scope.

I already carry a 10x42 zeiss. Should I get something bigger ?

Any suggestion?

10x50 or bigger objective for a binocular. Spotter would be a big objective at low power with good resolution.

 

[sndmn11]

, scopes are for steering bullets, not judging animals.

Smartest thing I have read all day