Relaxed view (1 Viewer)

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Spartan J

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• Mar 19, 2020

• #21

I just read about the upcoming zeiss 8×32 SF' might just work light long IR .

 

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Boogieshrew

Well-known member

• Mar 19, 2020

• #22

I don't consider any of the many 8x32s I have tried or owned to qualify as a relaxed view.
The Nikon SE and Swaro SV are most comfortable for me, but as a lover of 7x42s, no 8x32 is going to compare favourably with them.

 

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Spartan J

Active member

• Mar 21, 2020

• #23

I see .guess I will change my direction again .

 

Last edited: Mar 21, 2020

dries1

Member

• Mar 21, 2020

• #24

Spartan,

If you can, try the Nikon Monarch 8X42. It is a very light in weight glass, has a wide view and it is at or slightly above your budget of $700. Additionally it is on the smaller side for a 8X42. Regarding ER, try one and see if it provides enough.

Andy W.

 

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Spartan J

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• Mar 21, 2020

• #25

Yes.Ive also spotted to day a brand new to me the Tract 8×42.Not much info on them even on youtube.Can any one fill in the gaps ? I know FOV is a little less than others 8×42's but it's no a deal breaker if the focus wheel and glass are at least better then what I have.im kind of tied to 700.00 on glass .After having to get a new phone and Air Rifle that's all that's left this quarter after a few thousand $ out lay in the last 4 weeks on repairs and replacements septic,refer.and auto.Gee no space inbetween.Can not touch investments to low right now .Typical timing.

 

dries1

Member

• Mar 21, 2020

• #26

The Tracts are a good glass for the $$, but like any optic one has to try it for their own eyes. They also have very good after sales service.

Andy W.

 

Steve C

Well-known member

• Mar 21, 2020

• #27

The Tract Toric is very likely the best binocular bargain you will find. I have the early pre HD version, and it possesses excellent optics. Also its fov is understated. Mine measures 400'. While wider than listed, it is still narrower than others. But if you are not the sort to obsess over what the spec sheet says and can just kick back and use the binocular, I would wager it would do just fine. I would say you can get an ever so slightly better binocular for more money, but you won't get any more for what you pay.

 

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Spartan J

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• Mar 22, 2020

• #28

I don't need the top of the line glass just better, and more ER.I think I will soon order a pair,like you said good C.S.No questions asked up to 30 day return ,repair services in America made in Japan.Also they will be better as I am surrounded by a national Forrest on 3 sides and Lake Michigan. a little extra light will not hurt regarding the woods.Thanks for your inputs guys. JIm

 

Last edited: Mar 22, 2020