Looking for Binoculars: I am looking to purchase binoculars to take with me on some of my photo treks. I have looked at probably all of the vendors in the Chicago area but no one has a...

NealB Loc: Lowell Indiana

I am looking to purchase binoculars to take with me on some of my photo treks. I have looked at probably all of the vendors in the Chicago area but no one has a selection to pick from. I would hate to spend up to $1,000.00 and get some thing less than satisfactory. I am open to all suggestions from current users. Thank you in advance.

AK Grandpa Loc: Anchorage, AK

I always look at the sporting goods stores . . . Cabelas, Bass Pro, Sportsman's Warehouse . . . they seem to have a good selection . . .

rjaywallace Loc: Wisconsin

So in the Chicago area, you went to, say, Lane Bryant and they didn't have a selection of binoculars. Obviously, you don't want advice, you just want somebody to place a pair of binoculars into your hand without any need for research. Does your cellphone, assuming the whitecoats trust you with one, have Google? You are the definition of the word "troll".

TexasBadger Loc: Wylie, TX

rjaywallace wrote:

So in the Chicago area, you went to, say, Lane Bryant and they didn't have a selection of binoculars. Obviously, you don't want advice, you just want somebody to place a pair of binoculars into your hand without any need for research. Does your cellphone, assuming the whitecoats trust you with one, have Google? You are the definition of the word "troll".

Wow, you really are a a$$hole! I am originally from Wisconsin and you are an embarrassment to the entire state. Please go climb in your hole. This person is just asking for advice.

imagemeister Loc: mid east Florida

For photo treks I recommend 10X30/32 - small enough to not be bothersome. I use Bresser Condors - same as Nikon Monarch - http://www.ebay.com/itm/381682108773?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

I like them - won't impress your friends though 8-(

rjaywallace Loc: Wisconsin

TexasBadger wrote:

Wow, you really are a a$$hole! I am originally from Wisconsin and you are an embarrassment to the entire state. Please go climb in your hole. This person is just asking for advice.

Don't badger me, pal! I'm from Chicago (45+ years), by way of Ohio, New York City area, Boulder, and AZ. The OP "says" he looked at "probably all of the venders in the Chicago area" and couldn't find "a selection" -- that is a blatent lie! Sears, L.L. Bean, Cabela's, Bass Pro Shops, Dick's Sporting Goods, Central Camera and any number of full service camera stores...just to name a very few. Truth is, HE NEVER LOOKED AT ALL. Let alone went on line to B&H, Adorama, Cameta, KEH, Amazon, etc., etc. He just wants to sit in his recliner and have us 'force feed' him. I'm too old and tired to put up with that s¥#t. Have a photogenic day.

NealB Loc: Lowell Indiana

imagemeister wrote:

For photo treks I recommend 10X30/32 - small enough to not be bothersome. I use Bresser Condors - same as Nikon Monarch - http://www.ebay.com/itm/381682108773?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

I like them - won't impress your friends though 8-(

Thank you imagemeister. I am going to look into them. Do you have any problem with the lens fogging?

NealB Loc: Lowell Indiana

rjaywallace wrote:

Don't badger me, pal. I'm from Chicago (45+ years), by way of Ohio, New York City area, Boulder, and AZ. The OP "says" he looked

I did look but the selection was small and they all carried the same ones. No I didn't go to Lane Bryant and I resent being called a troll. I have zero experience with binoculars and just want some suggestions. An educated consumer is a good thing so asking for suggestions is not trolling.

imagemeister Loc: mid east Florida

NealB wrote:

Thank you imagemeister. I am going to look into them. Do you have any problem with the lens fogging?

Had them almost a year now - no fogging yet - even tho here in Florida !

imagemeister Loc: mid east Florida

rjaywallace wrote:

Don't badger me, pal! I'm from Chicago (45+ years)... (show quote)

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NealB Loc: Lowell Indiana

imagemeister wrote:

Had them almost a year now - no fogging yet - even tho here in Florida !

Thanks for the quick reply. I just found their web site and they have a large selection of product.

Steve Perry Loc: Sylvania, Ohio

Pretty sure this is the current version of what I have. Love 'em, absolutely incredible binos

http://www.swarovskioptik.com/nature/cl-companion-c21010502/cl-companion-8x30-green-p5006148

TriX Loc: Raleigh, NC

Fujinon is the gold standard (at least for sailors)

Bill_de Loc: US

I have had Nikon 10x42 for longer than I can remember. I used to use them on a boat and they are waterproof as promised. I didn't need the 42 when I bought them, but as my eyes seem to require more light as I get older I'm not sorry about the choice. They have updated them, but this is what I have.

NealB Loc: Lowell Indiana

Bill_de wrote:

I have had Nikon 10x42 for longer than I can remember. I used to use them on a boat and they are waterproof as promised. I didn't need the 42 when I bought them, but as my eyes seem to require more light as I get older I'm not sorry about the choice. They have updated them, but this is what I have.

I understand the eye sight issue. I just got a stronger prescription pair. I guess it is all about getting older (66).