which binos

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otis.drum
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which binos

#1 Post by otis.drum » Sun Oct 25, 2009 8:22 pm

i'm in the running for a new pair of binos. i want them for hunting around here and back in open country in victoria and southern NSW.

-waterproof and fogproof are both required.
-i don't want compact ones.
-something in the 8x42 range or close to.
-i can only spend upto about $300.

what are some suggestions for this price bracket.

or if someone wishes to buy me a pair of Steiner Peregrine 8.5x50's, please do not hesitate!

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Re: which binos

#2 Post by otis.drum » Mon Oct 26, 2009 10:54 am

i'm down to two.

leupold casscade 8x42 or nikon monarch ATB 8x42

opinions???
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Re: which binos

#3 Post by longbow steve » Mon Oct 26, 2009 3:44 pm

http://www.aussiebowhunter.com/showthread.php?t=22409
I only use a small $100 pair, I would like to experience a good set. Steve

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Re: which binos

#4 Post by piggy » Mon Oct 26, 2009 5:29 pm

Mate I had the cascades and found them be be an excellent bino for the $$$

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Re: which binos

#5 Post by mickhut » Mon Oct 26, 2009 7:01 pm

I have just brought a pair of Alpin 8.5x50 from Lancasters in the states they are excellant every one I have shown them to wants a pair and with the high $ you will come in well under your $300 budget.

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Re: which binos

#6 Post by otis.drum » Mon Oct 26, 2009 7:03 pm

thanks steve i'll check out that thread.

thanks piggy, i am leaning that way, as the they are apparently better in low light, and the nikon have some problems with eye cups falling off.

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