Review of vanguard hd 82a - Vanguard Endeavor 20-60x82mm HD 82A Spotting Scope

Very nice hd spotting scope. Maybe a bit heavy for those backpacking great distances, but I find it very acceptable. I really don't know how they can make this for what they charge for it although I did have free shipping and 10% off through optics planet. I think its very well made and the lack of a fully covered rubber body doesn't deflect from the scope in any way. Eye piece is wide and easily attaches by a bayonet type fitting. Scope looks as if it will take some abuse and still work out great. Cover was a bit tight at the start but after some manipulation easily went over the scope. Front and rear objective and eye piece covers fit well on the cover but maybe an extra stud attachment would not go amiss just to keep them extra secure. All in all I believe I picked an excellent scope for the money and it will give me lots of enjoyment for years to come. I read lots of reviews before purchasing this scope. Sometimes I believe you can get a bit lost in all of the reviews that you read and become a bit confused.At the end of the day, this scope is worth way more than what i paid for it, and believe me,I am very hard to please. Even if I could afford a $2000 Swarovski I don't think I would get any more enjoyment out of it, than I do with this one. I am a very happy customer, M.C