Right you lot, make my mind up.

[Jh1986]

So my current binoculars are big, heavy and cheap Usogood ones. Surprisingly good for the money, but... I've just sprung for the KUIU system that was in the classifieds yesterday, and my current bins will just fit.

Looking on here it seems the choice in my price range is between the Vortex Diamondback HD or the Hawke Endurance ED. I'm thinking 10x42

I've seen a used set of the Hawke ED for £99, which is amazing but they do look like they need a bloody good clean but at that price they could be worth a punt.

So, do I avoid the grubby used Hawke and go new? If new, vortex or Hawke?

 

[User00040]

So my current binoculars are big, heavy and cheap Usogood ones. Surprisingly good for the money, but... I've just sprung for the KUIU system that was in the classifieds yesterday, and my current bins will just fit.

Looking on here it seems the choice in my price range is between the Vortex Diamondback HD or the Hawke Endurance ED. I'm thinking 10x42

I've seen a used set of the Hawke ED for £99, which is amazing but they do look like they need a bloody good clean but at that price they could be worth a punt.

So, do I avoid the grubby used Hawke and go new? If new, vortex or Hawke?

Vortex.

Get a new set as they come with a harness.

Delete this thread.

Then flog the harness on here.

Thank me later.

 

[LarryLightFoot]

I have the Vortex and for the money can’t grumble….

 

[tarponhead]

Vortex or pick a different make - Minox as good as any

 

[Craigsaun]

go for a new set of diamond backs you will not be sorry

 

[YoungGun]

@Monarch Country Products is your man for vortex. Won't go wrong with the warranty either.

 

[safer]

+1 for Vortex

 

[k30lls]

I agree, stick with the vortex. Great binos for the money and brilliant warranty.

 

[25 Sharps]

Vortex.

 

[sy247]

Vortex are great