#Binos

Vortex Optics needs no introduction. In recent years they have become one of the most dominant brands in the optics space, and they are ubiquitous on store shelves. They sell everything from the Razor series of high-end scopes down to inexpensive hunting scopes and binoculars. Their most recent budget bino is the Triumph HD 10×42, and it is the subject of this review.

SIG Sauer has two new ranges of binoculars in its optic line, the Zulu8 HDX and Zulu10 HDX. These new models feature HDX glass and locking diopter rings. Let’s see what other features the new Zulu-series binocular models bring to the table.

Bushnell has a new set of binoculars targeted at precision rifle shooters. The Match Pro ED 15×56 binoculars feature the Shot-Call MRAD reticle, which can be adjusted to stay level as the center hinge opens or closes. Let’s see what other features are included.

Plenty of shooting-related endeavors can benefit from, or in some cases require, the use of long-distance glass. Sometimes spotting scopes fit the bill, but other times what you really need is a binocular. As we draw closer to the hunting season, binoculars are certainly something to consider for your fall deer-chasing loadout. And while most of us would like to have a higher-end set, that’s not always in a hunter’s budget – or it may be that an inexpensive bino is simply more appropriate for your hunting/shooting situation. In this case, Bushnell has you covered. In an August 7th press release, they have announced that the new Powerview 2 series of binoculars is shipping now. The release reads as follows.

When you’re hunting – especially when you’re hunting at greater distances – figuring out just how far away your target is becomes paramount. Even people who are fairly skilled at guesstimating distance like to know for sure what they’re dealing with. Speaking from personal experience I can attest to the importance of figuring out just how far away your game is in order to calculate the necessary adjustments to your optics for a clean kill (Feral hog at 1000 yards? I’d prefer not to guess.). Now there’s something new out from Leica to address this specific need: range-finding binoculars.