pahncho2121 Report post Posted February 20, 2018 I appreciate everyone's feedback, I am going to have to look through some 12's real soon! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
firstcoueswas80 Report post Posted February 20, 2018 Dont do it unless you have $2,000 ready to spend. The 12s and a spotter a THE way to go. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hatchet Jack Report post Posted February 20, 2018 Dont do it unless you have $2,000 ready to spend. The 12s and a spotter a THE way to go. Would you go el 12s or the 10-15 duovid for one set of glass? I also pack a kowa 66 spotter. I'm considering dumping my 15s and 10s and moving straight across to the ELs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pahncho2121 Report post Posted February 20, 2018 I think I will have to get one now then save and get the other. I feel like the binos will be the most versatile for the way I hunt. For now at least! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
firstcoueswas80 Report post Posted February 20, 2018 Dont do it unless you have $2,000 ready to spend. The 12s and a spotter a THE way to go.Would you go el 12s or the 10-15 duovid for one set of glass? I also pack a kowa 66 spotter. I'm considering dumping my 15s and 10s and moving straight across to the ELs. Funny you ask that, as I have 12s and duovids. I love my duovids, but reach for my swaro 12s come opening day. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
creed Report post Posted February 21, 2018 I am a bit different. I would never give up my 10's. I can't hold 12's steady enough to use without a tripod. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CWpredator Report post Posted February 21, 2018 I have a vortex razor spotting scope for sale for a cheap deal if youre looking to add to the Arsenal without breaking the bank if youre interested. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Eagle mountain ranch Report post Posted February 21, 2018 If you can spring it , and this comes from a guy the uses 15x56 sworos , I would get the 12 el’s and be done . Trust me I hadn't considered the 12's. I was worried since I have been using my 15's for the past couple years that I might miss the little extra power. To the ones carrying the 12's, are you also carrying a spotter or just the 12's? My hunting partner carries the spotting scope it’s a Lica , I bought it he packs it ... good deal for sure ... LOL Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pahncho2121 Report post Posted February 21, 2018 If you can spring it , and this comes from a guy the uses 15x56 sworos , I would get the 12 el’s and be done . Trust meI hadn't considered the 12's. I was worried since I have been using my 15's for the past couple years that I might miss the little extra power. To the ones carrying the 12's, are you also carrying a spotter or just the 12's?My hunting partner carries the spotting scope it’s a Lica , I bought it he packs it ... good deal for sure ... LOL That is exactly how I had my first experience with an STS 65. Seems like the only thing better than having your own is having a friend who packs one... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pahncho2121 Report post Posted February 21, 2018 I have a vortex razor spotting scope for sale for a cheap deal if youre looking to add to the Arsenal without breaking the bank if youre interested. I had this very spotter once and it turned me off from spotting scopes. It wasn't until I looked through the swaro that convinced me that spotters aren't all bad. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
codyhuntsaz Report post Posted February 22, 2018 I have a vortex razor spotting scope for sale for a cheap deal if youre looking to add to the Arsenal without breaking the bank if youre interested. I had this very spotter once and it turned me off from spotting scopes. It wasn't until I looked through the swaro that convinced me that spotters aren't all bad. You said you had a Vortex Viper spotting scope, his is a Vortex Razor. Big difference in clarity, in my opinion. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dirtbag Report post Posted February 22, 2018 I too carry 3 sets....Zeiss 10's around neck, Zeiss 15's and Zeiss 65mm spotter in backpack. I think ideal setup for me is 12 power EL's with tripod stud and spotter. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cjl2010 Report post Posted February 22, 2018 I too carry 3 sets....Zeiss 10's around neck, Zeiss 15's and Zeiss 65mm spotter in backpack. I think ideal setup for me is 12 power EL's with tripod stud and spotter. I agree. Thats where Im heading. I would love to trade my 15s for 12s. I feel like I would miss my 15s every once in a while though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shawn Report post Posted February 22, 2018 I bring 8s minox, 15s zeiss and 65mm spotter razor. Going to get a pair of 12s soon. Try 15s and 12s for a few months and sell one after I see what works best for me. I will always keep my 8s for archery stalks. Nothing better than 8s on a stalk in my opinion 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pahncho2121 Report post Posted February 22, 2018 I have a vortex razor spotting scope for sale for a cheap deal if youre looking to add to the Arsenal without breaking the bank if youre interested.I had this very spotter once and it turned me off from spotting scopes. It wasn't until I looked through the swaro that convinced me that spotters aren't all bad. You said you had a Vortex Viper spotting scope, his is a Vortex Razor. Big difference in clarity, in my opinion. You're absolutely right. I have not looked through the razor, only my viper. However after looking through an STS 65, I get the swaro hype. Seems like the 12's might be a good choice, If I could get down to one go to pair of binos that would cut some weight down big time! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
