Looking for the Best Binos for the money (1 Viewer)

[_Prism_]

My bad I would like to stay within 1200.00 and under. I know there are some great optics at 2000.00-3000.00 and I’d love to spend that but I can’t justify the cost at this time.

I reckon you could snag a good condition, used Leica Ultravid HD Plus in 8x42 for $1,200... and I can't think of anything that can really compete with it without spending significantly more. Alternatively, you could save a few bucks and go for a Conquest HD in 8x42 - it won't have the sexy Alpha looks, craftsmanship and bells & whistles (silky focus wheel, flip-down lens covers, superior eyecups and a killer diopter) of the Leica, but it will go toe-to-toe with it optically. Plus what the Zeiss may lack in finesse it certainly makes up for in build quality / toughness - if you haven't already, make sure you look up the Conquest HD torture test video. Two fantastic choices and I would encourage you to compare them both side-by-side.

 

[dries1]

Take a look at the Nikon Monarch Hg or the New Opticron Aurora, or if possible a used Meopta Meostar B1, later serial than 15XXXXX. Those would be my choices. Save yourself a few hundred, and you will likely be waiting a long time to get a UV HD+ 8X42 that has low wear for your price range.
Forgot to add, the Trinovid HD is another one worth consideration.