Promaster optics (1 Viewer)

[Tero]

They sell one mini scope, 18-36x
http://www.promaster.com/
I saw the scope, a bit unclear at 36x even on a bright day, but for $200 you can have a nice back yard scope. Needs tripod.

also binoculars, tripods

They seem to be a decent product at the $300 level. I have never heard much about them, but my local camera store carries a lot of their products.

I personally don't need any of this stuff now except maybe the tripod. A fairly rugged cheap end tripod as far as I can tell. To go with the cheap scope. A tripod should weigh more than your scope. 3

Not sure this is a BIG recommendation, but another low end choice. For me the advantage is they have them to look at.

 

[Tero]

Their binoculars, roof prisms, are actually pretty good for glasses wearers. Optics OK, not sure what to compare to. Nikon sporter?

 

[Kevin Mac]

They look similar physically to Bushnell Legends. May come from the same factory.

 

[Tero]

Second opinion: binoculars, though they may be coated, are below Nikon Sporter level.

If you wish to save a bit on roof prisms over major brands, I recommend RedHead Epics sold at Bass Pro Shop. The only advantage ProMaster has, I think, is a warranty. So you get so so roof prisms that work OK for basic birding, with a warranty.