Suggestions for 10X42 in the $1000 range

[Austin Kaufman]

I really like Leica trinovid 10x42 and maven b.2 11x45. I think the Leica gives you a few more minutes being a hair brighter, and are more compact. I’ve ran vortex razors, they are pretty good but not as good. I have a pair of sig Zulu 6 and they are awesome for some situations but don’t stack up with near as good of glass (I have the original version). As people have stated above I think you’d be happy with used SLCs, maven b.1, b.2, or b.6, leica trinovid, Ziess conquest, vortex razor hd, uhd, or meoptas. Once you get around that $1000 range everyone makes a solid bino that is far superior to the 2-$500 binos.


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[Valumpessa]

where can you find SFL's for $1k?

Got mine used for $1200. Same price point as used SLC HDs if you shop around.

 

[Lefjab10]

If you are interested in Meoptas with rangefinder (Optika LR), I have a pair in excellent condition that I would part with for $1k (plus shipping cost). They are in perfect condition - I just switched up my kit and went with Swaros without the rangefinder and a separate handheld rangefinder with the AB curves.

 

[Maverick1]

I would love to find some good used SLC HD’s in that range. Thanks for the suggestion.

Should not be too hard. Might require some patience. But suggest right here on Rokslide!

Available listings

WTS - Swarovski SLC 10x42

Great condition. Comes with everything from factory plus outdoorsman’s stud. $1225 shipped.

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WTS - Swarovski SLC 10x42

Hello, I am selling a pair of Swarovski SLC 10x42 Binos. They are in great shape, no issues and glass is scratch free. 2014 production. Only selling because I went to rangefinder Binos. $1350 TYD. PayPal plus fees.

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Sold Listings

Sold - Slc 10x42

I bought these brand new in August of 2022. Spotted quite a lot of deer and elk for me. Plenty of life left in them. Only selling to get rangefinding binos. The glass is in good shape, the body is a little dusty, will come with the aziak clamp and the original box. $1300 tyd

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Sold - Swarovski SLC 10x42

Lightly used Swarovski SLC 10x42. Glass is perfect. Body is in great condition. Comes with Outdoorsman’s stud. Have original box with everything as well. Asking 1250 buyer covers fees.

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WTS - Swaro 10x42 SLC HD

For Sale Swaro 10x42 SLC HD with stud and tripod mount. No scratches in the glass. Price is $1100 plus shipping. Located in South Central PA.

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[Aaronsappl]

Used SLC HD or look into Kahles, evidently a rebranded SLC

I think I paid just over $1000 for my lightly used SLC HD’s

Thanks , A used SLC HD for a $1000 would be sweet

Should not be too hard. Might require some patience. But suggest right here on Rokslide!

Available listings

WTS - Swarovski SLC 10x42

Great condition. Comes with everything from factory plus outdoorsman’s stud. $1225 shipped.

rokslide.com

WTS - Swarovski SLC 10x42

Hello, I am selling a pair of Swarovski SLC 10x42 Binos. They are in great shape, no issues and glass is scratch free. 2014 production. Only selling because I went to rangefinder Binos. $1350 TYD. PayPal plus fees.

rokslide.com

Sold Listings

Sold - Slc 10x42

I bought these brand new in August of 2022. Spotted quite a lot of deer and elk for me. Plenty of life left in them. Only selling to get rangefinding binos. The glass is in good shape, the body is a little dusty, will come with the aziak clamp and the original box. $1300 tyd

rokslide.com

Sold - Swarovski SLC 10x42

Lightly used Swarovski SLC 10x42. Glass is perfect. Body is in great condition. Comes with Outdoorsman’s stud. Have original box with everything as well. Asking 1250 buyer covers fees.

rokslide.com

WTS - Swaro 10x42 SLC HD

For Sale Swaro 10x42 SLC HD with stud and tripod mount. No scratches in the glass. Price is $1100 plus shipping. Located in South Central PA.

rokslide.com

Thanks for the advice. I am new to Rokslide , but I like it already .

 

[Aaronsappl]

I really like Leica trinovid 10x42 and maven b.2 11x45. I think the Leica gives you a few more minutes being a hair brighter, and are more compact. I’ve ran vortex razors, they are pretty good but not as good. I have a pair of sig Zulu 6 and they are awesome for some situations but don’t stack up with near as good of glass (I have the original version). As people have stated above I think you’d be happy with used SLCs, maven b.1, b.2, or b.6, leica trinovid, Ziess conquest, vortex razor hd, uhd, or meoptas. Once you get around that $1000 range everyone makes a solid bino that is far superior to the 2-$500 binos.


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Are you talking about the Leica Trinovid HD. Trying to figure out if the HD matters. Thanks Aaron

If you are interested in Meoptas with rangefinder (Optika LR), I have a pair in excellent condition that I would part with for $1k (plus shipping cost). They are in perfect condition - I just switched up my kit and went with Swaros without the rangefinder and a separate handheld rangefinder with the AB curves.

Thanks for the offer, but I am not interested in built in rangefinder . Thanks

 

[Tahoe1305]

Sub $1k it’s sure tough to beat Nikon HGs. And the prices used in those are getting crazy. Seen them sub $600 lately.

I agree if you want to spend $1200 used the options open some other doors. If you don’t mind big, UHDs are nice, swaro/meopta/sfl are all awesome.

 

[jrh357]

Used swaros then save your money and upgrade again. Good glass doesn’t loose much value

 

[JGRaider]

I have a 10x42 SLC, 8x42 SLC, 10x42 Meostar HD, and an 8x32 Razor UHD. The Razor is just as sharp and clear as any of them. That 8x42 at Europtic for $800 is a steal.

 

[mtg]

I don’t have experience with all the suggestions. Razor UHDs are very nice. One I’d add is the Tracts. To be fair, I’ve never looked through a set of their binos however I own and have looked through their scopes and they are well above their price point. If I was shopping for binos, Tracts would be on my short list.

 

[Aaronsappl]

I don’t have experience with all the suggestions. Razor UHDs are very nice. One I’d add is the Tracts. To be fair, I’ve never looked through a set of their binos however I own and have looked through their scopes and they are well above their price point. If I was shopping for binos, Tracts would be on my short list.

Thank you

 

[go_deep]

What about the Maven B1.2 10x42?

 

[Aaronsappl]

I am not familiar with the Maven brand, but I am gonna look them up

 

[Aaronsappl]

I don’t have experience with all the suggestions. Razor UHDs are very nice. One I’d add is the Tracts. To be fair, I’ve never looked through a set of their binos however I own and have looked through their scopes and they are well above their price point. If I was shopping for binos, Tracts would be on my short list.

I have had good luck with Vortex Razor scopes

 

[bojangles808]

These Bruntons were 1650$ MSRP when they came out. Built to compete with swaro. Excellent value

WTS - Brunton epoch 10.5 x 43 binoculars ($1650msrp) crazy value

Brunton epoch 10.5 x 43 binoculars Excellent condition. lenses scratch free. Includes bino case and flip out lens covers These went for $1650 MSRP when they came out made to compete with swaro, Leica zeiss alpha glass. Incredible value $590 tyd

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[Reed104R]

I have a 10x42 SLC, 8x42 SLC, 10x42 Meostar HD, and an 8x32 Razor UHD. The Razor is just as sharp and clear as any of them. That 8x42 at Europtic for $800 is a steal.

Here is the truth of the matter.

 

[Aaronsappl]

Here is the truth of the matter.

I am afraid I will not use them enough to justify buying new Leica or Swarovski. Maybe could justify buying used or buying the Razor’s new.

 

[boxx]

Leica Trinovids. I bought mine used off of here 2 years ago for $700 I think. I don't think you can beat it for the price. Cameraland always has deals too.