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Posted by Neil (Member # 28) on January 31, 2003, 10:00 AM:
Hey guys!
Since I'm out looking for a scope, I might as well ask about binoculars.
What is the ideal binocular to have on a coyote hunt? How neccesary are they? How about spotting scopes?
Thanks!
Neil
Posted by Leonard (Member # 2) on January 31, 2003, 11:03 AM:
Personal choice. I always have a pair with me, in the vehicle, but I cannot remember ever bringing it out on a stand? I have an old pair of Leupold 9X35 (Gold Ring, not wind River) that suit me, mainly for deer hunting. Never bother with a spotting scope, I use it almost exclusively at the range.
In my opinion, you can get along for quite a while without worrying about either item; if the subject is predator hunting.
Good hunting. LB
Posted by Greenside (Member # 10) on January 31, 2003, 04:28 PM:
Neil
If your looking for calling bino's, look first for F.O.V.@ 1000yds. Look for 400 plus ft. The wider the field, the less head movement required on stand. This usually limits you to some of the 7X to 8X mag scopes. I not real found of the compact or pocket size prefer the full size with light weight. zero to infinity focus also comes in real handy. Next just look for what your budget will handle.
The best calling bino's I've owned were 7X30 Steiner Military Marine. They had a field of view of over 500 ft. and weighed just over a pound. Unfortunely they fogged up and Steiner no longer produces them.
I'm currently using 8X30 Swarovski's. The only thing I don't like about them is they take alot of focusing.
For truck use, I'd look for some 10X45 or50's
Dennis
Posted by Jack Roberts (Member # 13) on January 31, 2003, 08:34 PM:
I bought the Wind River binoculars when they first came out, maybe 5 years ago. I have been very pleased with them, absolutley no complaints.
Jack
Posted by Bud (Member # 4) on February 01, 2003, 10:15 AM:
Neil,
I don't use binoculars for predators but find them invaluable for deer and elk. I use an inexpensive 8X24 Bausch & Lomb(spelling?). These must be set up on a tripod to be usable. I hunt big basin/clearcuts that have logging roads throughout.
I drive from spot to spot glassing at long range. My game sighting and take tripled, at least, doing spot and stalk instead of "still hunting".
My best(most memorable), to date, is a 4X4 Blacktail(in velvet) that was spotted at an estimated 1000yds. It was in the sunlight, in the open, and completely oblivious to my van that was also in the open below it. It was also impossible to see with the naked eye even after I spotted it with binoculars.
I had my wife take me, around the basin, above it and then drive the van back to where it was when I spotted the buck.
I shot it at 40 paces with my wife's .257 Ackley. She watched the whole thing happen through my binoculars.
I've taken a lot of animals doing this. See them at long range, figure the wind, and move on them or let them come to you.
Having said all that, I wouldn't give you ten cents for a pair of binoculars banging against my chest or slicing through my neck.
Bud
[ February 01, 2003, 10:19 AM: Message edited by: Bud ]
Posted by Barry (Member # 34) on February 01, 2003, 04:26 PM:
I dont use them on stand until its time to go.I like to look around to see if anythings hung-up or coming in slow.I dreamed of a pair Steiner predotor 8/42.At almost $700 all I did was dream.I settled for Bushnells new 8/42 in como.Clear,gathers light well and comes with covers all around.At $180 in fit my budget better.
Posted by 20t-n-t (Member # 46) on February 02, 2003, 12:48 PM:
I too only use my bino's when getting ready to packup or from my truck or ATV. My choice was the Burris Landmarks 10x40's at around 190.00 with a forever warranty its hard to beat. I also hate the dig into your neck thing, crooked horn outfitters Bino strap fixes that.
thats my nickel
Hunt smarter
Slydog
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