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Offline Victor3

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Good compact binocular for < $100?
« on: October 06, 2011, 01:26:07 AM »
 Looking for a reasonable compact binoc to keep in the glove box. Won't be using it much but want to have something handy for a peep at things now and then.
 
 Had a crummy one years ago that gave me a headache if I used it for more than five minutes. Would like to get one that doesn't do that to me.
 
 Suggestions?
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Offline Lloyd Smale

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Re: Good compact binocular for < $100?
« Reply #1 on: October 06, 2011, 02:06:48 AM »
your bugets really going to limit you. Small binocs by design are a compromise and cheap ones are rarely worth owning. Id give doug at cammeraland a call and see what he suggests or what he might have on sale. Sometimes you can pick up things there for half price which would put you in a much better ballpark.
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Re: Good compact binocular for < $100?
« Reply #2 on: October 06, 2011, 03:07:47 AM »
My Nikon 10x25 5" Will Not hurt my eyes or cause headache. I paid $70 store price and I think that they have gone down $10 since.
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Re: Good compact binocular for < $100?
« Reply #3 on: October 06, 2011, 03:51:03 AM »
I bought a set of bushnell trophy 8x27's a few years back that have given good service, theyre my hunting- motorcycle touring pair of choice when I need a compact set that packs light and works well,   theres more expensive compacts out there but these suit me fine.   they've been replaced in the bushnell lineup by the trophy xlt 8x32 but there may be a pair left in stock somewhere
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Re: Good compact binocular for < $100?
« Reply #4 on: October 06, 2011, 04:19:51 AM »
my favorites are the bushnell permafocus.  no focusing wheel to fool with and good sharp images.
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Re: Good compact binocular for < $100?
« Reply #5 on: October 10, 2011, 07:35:08 AM »
I actually purchased a pair of compacts from Steiner at the local Cabelas.  They were just over $100, they did have another model at $99.00.  I have been pretty happy with them.
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Re: Good compact binocular for < $100?
« Reply #6 on: October 12, 2011, 02:06:54 AM »
Thanks for the tips.
 
Think I'm gonna spend a little more and get one or another in Steiner's "Predator Pro" series based on the reviews...
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Re: Good compact binocular for < $100?
« Reply #7 on: December 09, 2011, 01:28:26 PM »
Take a look at Leupold Yosemite in either 8x30 or 6x30 - very pleased and under $100.  Also, google for reviews on this item - you'll be suprised.
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Re: Good compact binocular for < $100?
« Reply #8 on: December 09, 2011, 03:16:27 PM »
Don't overlook deals on eBay.  I bought my wife a set of Swarovki 10X25 that had a mechanical problem and sold for less than $100.  I sent them to their service center and they fixed them for free.  If you purchase a brand with a lifetime guarantee, you can't go  very wrong.
Camera Shop sent out an email today with deals on Steiner.  They are a sponsor on this site.  Give them a shot too.
 
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Re: Good compact binocular for < $100?
« Reply #9 on: December 10, 2011, 02:41:29 PM »
The Nikon travellites have been good to me for the price. For a glovebox they're not bad. You aren't gonna want to spend a bunch of time behind them. The eye relief could be improved for eyeglass wearers too. Mine are going on 25 yrs old now and they might be improved in that time. A buddy bought some a couple months back and he is as happy as if he had good sense.
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