Leupold bx5 santiago hd 8x42 binoculars - Leupold BX-5 Santiam HD 8x42mm Porro Prism Binoculars

Let me start out by saying that these are great binoculars. I live near a Cabels’s store & was able to compare them side by side with the Vortex Razor HD, the Nikon HG & even the Swarovski SLC. I felt they easily bested the Vortex Razor. They also beat out the Nikons. At first I thought the Swarovski was the best of the group but after looking at a mounted deer a good distance away inside the store with limited lighting I was amazed at how clear the animal’s coat appeared thru the Leupolds. It was not difficult to make a decision as to which were the best to my eyes. Optics Planet price beats everyone & then there is the Leupold lifetime guarantee. The Leupolds are half the price of the Swaros & $250 less than the other 2 competitors. You won’t be disappointed with the Leupold BX 5 binoculars. They are excellent performers at dusk & on overcast days as well. I can’t find anything negative to say except that the carry case has a snug fit & can pull the lens caps off when removing the binoculars. I stretched the case a bit & now they’re pretty good. Overall I give these a 5 star rating & would highly recommend them.
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Tim Curry - Bethlehem,Pa.