Sub $800 Binos?

[Maverick1]

This.
All day long.
It's EXACTLY what I did.

I say nope to the Zeiss Conquest: they work great for some people.....not so well for others that can't get past the black spots/kidney beans. I even tried their extended eyecups, which Zeiss sent to me for free - and still could not get them to give me a consistent viewing experience. Great glass, I liked the color and resolution, just could not get an image without a black ring around the outside. I had to return, unfortunately.

 

[Redwing]

I throw in

I would add the Nikon MHG to the list, if he can live with the diopter adjustment. I have seen them on sale for $800.

I've owned the Tract, Conquest, and MHG. The MHG was my favorite.

I spent some time with those when I was shopping binos. Ending up spending a little more, but they were incredibly impressive for the price. Well worth trying.

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[willsyb]

I'm in the same boat for potential upgrades. Read great things about the Mavens and strongly considering those. Great deal on those Conquests though!

 

[LCsmith]

I bought a used pair of Meopta Meostar 10x42 for under your budget and really like them. Only upgrade I would make from here is Swarovski

 

[SivvyB]

Diamondback 10×42 vortex aint that bad so far, great starter

 

[Sarcazmo]

Hawke Frontier APO.

I have the 8x42 I found on craigslist for $250. Liked em so much I ordered the 10x42. Actually really really impressed with their performance.

IME far and away better than similarly priced vortex. I have some maven 12x56 and I think they might even be a bit sharper with better edge to edge than those.

 

[Happy Antelope]

We have some GPO Passion 10x42 for under $800, some Trinovids should definitely be in the conversation as well. A used pair of Conquest, or some Terras (We have a dozen or so pair of open box we can discuss) Feel free to call anytime 702-423-4901. Paul

 

[gearhead7]

Used Trinovids are a great option. Saw some that sold for I believe $700 on Rokslide recently.

 

[Reed104R]

Zeiss Conquest HD 10x42's can be purchased in new or like new condition for $800 or less just about all the time, with minimal effort. You will likely spend 50% more to get a better pair of binoculars, and need to make a direct A/B comparison to tell a difference.

 

[Doc Holliday]

Used Trinovids are a great option. Saw some that sold for I believe $700 on Rokslide recently.

I sold some like new for $550 a couple weeks ago

 

[rmarshall]

Dang I better pay closer attention!!

 

[Beaveralum]

Lots of great glass at that price range. We all want a pair of the big three, but the reality is for the vast majority of people (me included) cost is the deal breaker.

I picked up a used set of Euro/Meostar’s this summer and couldn’t be happier. For me, they are head and shoulders above other bino’s in that 500-800 (used) price range. My Euros, outdoorsman’s stud and adaptor, tripod and head was about $750 total. Maybe at some point i’ll upgrade but right now I’m plenty happy.

 

[Agross]

Meostars
Maven b2
Zeiss conquest.

I have the Meostars and b2’s and they are both great. I haven’t tried the conquests yet but they seem to be pretty popular. I’ve bought almost all my optics used and saved a ton of money.

 

[SteveAndTheCrigBoys]

Another vote for the Zeiss Conquest 10x42. Redhawk has a demo pair for $860 that should look brand new as most of their demo optics do.

 

[UsAndThm]

Sierra.com has some vortex scopes up on their site. I think diamondback, Vipers and Razors at the moment.

 

[elvis]

Good info, I am also looking to upgrade in this price range.

 

[UsAndThm]

Sierra.com has some vortex scopes up on their site. I think diamondback, Vipers and Razors at the moment.

Sorry meant to say binoculars.

 

[Bearwhisky]

Leupold bx4


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[Bc45]

Zeiss conquest from euro optic. Can’t beat it for the price get a demo pair