Spotting Scope Help

[raptor16]

I need some input on spotting scope suggestions. I have the chance to buy a new Maven S1.2a 25-50x80 or new Razor HD 27-60x85 for the same price (deep discount). It seems like Maven has the edge from what I've been able to gather but looking for firsthand experience input. They're both the same weight. Obviously Vortex has higher power and slightly larger objective.

Also considering the Maven S.3a 20-40x67 but it's only 5 oz lighter so not sure it's really worth not having the extra magnification. If I can find a Kowa TSN 55 or 66 for a decent price I'd jump on that, but it's looking much more likely I'll be able to pick up the Maven or Vortex at a deep discount right now.

Thanks for bearing another one of these threads for me...

 

[Crockett]

I have no experience with the Maven but I have a Vortex Razor HD 20-60x85 and would like to replace it with a better glass. I've glassed game in the clear desert air at something like 2 miles and couldn't tell if they were deer or antelope due to poor resolution! It should be easy because of the stark white underside of antelope but they were just too blurry to easily identify!

 

[Echo]

I would recommend the maven if it’s just between these two. Better glass and better resale value.