Havasuhunter Report post Posted October 19, 2014 Sure this topics been talked about a lot, but hoping to get fresh ideas. I have some old Leupold wind rivers that need to become my back up pair. I'm looking to upgrade and hoping to spend under $500 but may go slightly higher if the value is there. After looking through them a 12x50 pair of Swaros is in my future but want to get some carry 10s or possibly 8s first. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ctracingraptor Report post Posted October 19, 2014 I love my viper hd 10x42, i beleive i caught them on a sale for $599 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
joeinaz0 Report post Posted October 19, 2014 Cameraland has the Vortex Viper HD 10X42's for $499.00. Tough to beat that deal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
creed_az_88 Report post Posted October 19, 2014 Zen-ray ed3s Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Antmo23 Report post Posted October 19, 2014 Vortex is going to be your best bet and Camera Land has the best prices. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
creed_az_88 Report post Posted October 19, 2014 Buy a pair of zen rays from amazon and look through them before you settle for any pair of vortex under $500. You can return them if you're not satisfied. I've researched a ton before I settled on zen rays. They carry the same warranty as vortex also. I've had warranty work done on both brands and zen ray sent me a brand new pair of glass while vortex repaired my issue. Both free of charge. I own glass from both companies and must say, that unless you're buying a riflescope, zen ray is leaps and bounds above vortex in glass quality. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
goinhuntn Report post Posted October 19, 2014 Vortex vipers, vortex diamondbacks, Nikon monarchs or redfield rebels Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
el diablo Report post Posted October 19, 2014 + 3 on the Vipers. I replaced my Leupold with them as well and couldn't be happier. Can not speak for Zen. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Norteno Report post Posted October 19, 2014 Looks like you can get some Zeiss for that price Zeiss Conquest 8x40 T* ABK Part# 524508 http://www.cameralandny.com/optics/zeiss.pl?page=zeissconquest524508 I'm also a fan of the Nikon Monarch 7 which is on sale now for $419 everywhere. Worth looking through them side-side with the Viper HD. You'll really like the ergonomics and FOV. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HUNTnTAT2 Report post Posted October 19, 2014 Vortex Talon Hd's are hard to beat for the price. Going on my 4th season with mine. Have heard great things about Zen rays also Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greatoutdoors Report post Posted October 19, 2014 Vortex talons HD 479 with tax on amazon good light in early morning and late evening Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dbengraver Report post Posted October 19, 2014 I own a set of explore optics 10s and for under 300 buck they are an excellent set of glass and have a lifetime warranty their is a dealer in the valley, so if you get a chance give them a try you won't be disappointed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Havasuhunter Report post Posted October 19, 2014 Lots of good advice. I'm going to research some more and take a look at as many as possible. Want to pick some up in the next few weeks. Thanks for the responses Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
naturebob Report post Posted October 19, 2014 Tasco or Simmons for $29.95.Can't beat that. You could be like the guys on most of the hunting shows. It don't get any better than that...........BOB! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
outdoor rush Report post Posted October 20, 2014 Alpen Wings 10x42s with ED glass only $431 same warranty as the Vortex and awesome glass! http://alpenoptics.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Store_Code=alpen&Screen=PROD&Product_Code=595 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
