Good 10 x 42 binoculars
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Good 10 x 42 binoculars
My son is looking for a set of really good 10 x 42 binos. Any advice is appreciated. He’s looked at several high end name brands out there too. I know this is an astronomy forum, but he will be using them when he shoots. Thank you.
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Re: Good 10 x 42 binoculars
Hi Susan,
Just curious why a pair of 10X42's? 10X50 is a much more common size bino and hence is significantly less expensive for a quality pair.
Cheers,
JT
Just curious why a pair of 10X42's? 10X50 is a much more common size bino and hence is significantly less expensive for a quality pair.
Cheers,
JT
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Re: Good 10 x 42 binoculars
Hello Susan,
in the 42mmaperture class, more widespread are the 7x42, 8x42, and 8.5x42 (Swarovski).
In the 10x magnification class, these are the 10x50, and 10x56 (Zeiss VictoryFl ).
One of the requirements for the sports is the antifog protection, and protection against the rain droplets.
The premium makes are Kowa (Prominar/Genesis), Leica Ultravid, Swarovski Swarovision, and Zeiss VictoryFl . Also widespread for the shooting sports are the Meopta assembled in the U.S.
Otherwise, people in shooting sports take the spotting telescopes, like Kowa, Swarovski, Zeiss, to watch the impact hole at the typical magnifications up to 60x.
Best,
JG
in the 42mm
In the 10x magnification class, these are the 10x50, and 10x56 (Zeiss Victory
One of the requirements for the sports is the antifog protection, and protection against the rain droplets.
The premium makes are Kowa (Prominar/Genesis), Leica Ultravid, Swarovski Swarovision, and Zeiss Victory
Otherwise, people in shooting sports take the spotting telescopes, like Kowa, Swarovski, Zeiss, to watch the impact hole at the typical magnifications up to 60x.
Best,
JG
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Re: Good 10 x 42 binoculars
On a shooting range one wants a bit more magnification than 10x perhaps its not target shooting? a 90 Mac works well on target shooting better than most spotters
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Re: Good 10 x 42 binoculars
Actually, Susan, I think that for target practice a small spotting scope would serve your son better.
Really good binoculars give stunning views, but a cheap spotter with a magnifications in the 20 to 60 range may give him a better view of how good he's doing at target practice. Google for small spotting scopes and check on birdwatcher sites how well the affordable models you come across perform. I'd go for an angled eyepiece and a modest magnification.
For general purpose optics I prefer 8x42 binoculars. I have a pair (Bresser Everest ED, 8X42, €300) that shows a beautiful 8.1° wide view, crisp and free of false colour. I Use the 8x42s a lot. 8x is easy to handle without a support, the view is generously wide, and the binoculars are not so expensive that you have to worry when you take them along.
For the price of one really good pair of binoculars he can easily get a nice little spotting scope, a very decent pair of 8x42s, three pairs of jeans, one modest winter coat and enough underwear and socks to last him three years.
Really good binoculars give stunning views, but a cheap spotter with a magnifications in the 20 to 60 range may give him a better view of how good he's doing at target practice. Google for small spotting scopes and check on birdwatcher sites how well the affordable models you come across perform. I'd go for an angled eyepiece and a modest magnification.
For general purpose optics I prefer 8x42 binoculars. I have a pair (Bresser Everest ED, 8X42, €300) that shows a beautiful 8.1° wide view, crisp and free of false colour. I Use the 8x42s a lot. 8x is easy to handle without a support, the view is generously wide, and the binoculars are not so expensive that you have to worry when you take them along.
For the price of one really good pair of binoculars he can easily get a nice little spotting scope, a very decent pair of 8x42s, three pairs of jeans, one modest winter coat and enough underwear and socks to last him three years.
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Re: Good 10 x 42 binoculars
Sorry I haven't been here too much lately and didn't see this thread.
Susan, if your son is still looking specifically for 10x42's, then the Vanguard Endeavour ED IV 10X42 would be well worth a look. (eg: https://www.ryda.com.au/index.php/vangu ... J4QAvD_BwE )
I have the first iteration (Vanguard Endeavour 10.5 x 45's), and they have very good optics for the price: they aren't put to shame by the alpha binos like Zeiss, Swaro etc., but at a fraction of the price. The Type IV have evolved specs from mine, with better coatings for higher light transmission and (I understand) slightly improved lens design for lessCA and a larger "sweet spot". They are sealed and highly water-resistant.
All the best,
Dean
Susan, if your son is still looking specifically for 10x42's, then the Vanguard Endeavour ED IV 10X42 would be well worth a look. (eg: https://www.ryda.com.au/index.php/vangu ... J4QAvD_BwE )
I have the first iteration (Vanguard Endeavour 10.5 x 45's), and they have very good optics for the price: they aren't put to shame by the alpha binos like Zeiss, Swaro etc., but at a fraction of the price. The Type IV have evolved specs from mine, with better coatings for higher light transmission and (I understand) slightly improved lens design for less
All the best,
Dean
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