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Graham,
Verified Owner
from TX, United States
Written on March 10, 2025
These 18x56 Vortex Razor UHDs probably have the best resolving power of any binoculars (that are feasible to carry around) on the market today. Swarovski SLCs may have more natural image quality with less chromatic aberration, but these UHDs can resolve an insane amount of detail. Obviously a good tripod is a must-have to use these effectively. These are amazing for long distance birding and western big game hunting. I can spend hours glassing with no fatigue. These make glassing for hours enjoyable instead of a chore.
Pros:
- unbeatable resolving power
- not overwhelmingly large for how powerful they are
- Vortex has the best warranty in the world
Cons:
- some chromatic aberration is present
Best Used for:
- western big game hunting
- long distance birding
Would recommend: Yes
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Walleyeguy250,
Verified Owner
from MI, United States
Written on December 8, 2024
Excellent binoculars. Great if used in conjunction with a tripod while hunting. Excellent field of view
Best Used for:
- Hunting, birdwatching, star gazing,etc.
Would recommend: Yes
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Moose,
from CA, United States
Written on February 18, 2024
I was elk hunting and my guide said see those elk on that ridge I couldn't with my Swarovski 10x42s he handed me his 15x50 razor and I then saw them that prompted me to up the power my razor 15x56 binos are super clear and I can't wait to see what ive been missing next season
Cons:
- a bit heavy
- A tad bit heavy
- A bit heavy after a few hours.
Best Used for:
- Hunting birding star gazing
Would recommend: Yes
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Preston Free,
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from AZ, United States
Written on January 17, 2024
Package arrived fast. More than pleased with the clarity on these 18's. Very clear at long range and more comfortable than glassing with a spotter at those distances.
Would recommend: Yes
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Daniel Sanchez,
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from NM, United States
Written on December 31, 2023
Powerful and Clear glass with excellent clarity! Vortex continues to be a proven quality product!
Would recommend: Yes
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Arrietta20,
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from AZ, United States
Written on December 6, 2023
Great set of binoculars! You definitely get what you spend with your money. I have 12x56 diamondback HDS and then going to the Razor UHD is definitely a game changer. Can’t wait to test them out next year deer hunting!
Would recommend: Yes
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Jerry,
Verified Owner
from WY, United States
Written on September 26, 2022
I bought these for a Wyoming high country mule deer hunt. I replaced my 65mm spotting scope with these. Excellent glass. Low light performance is outstanding. Matched with a tripod you won’t find a better setup to pick apart a mountain slope.
Would recommend: Yes
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Na,
from MI, United States
Written on April 4, 2022
I first bought the kiababs and I hated how bulky they were. I bought the razors to compare and it’s like night and day. I would not buy the kiababs ever. Glass is great, works well for glassing distances a mile away. Great if you don’t like eye strain with spotters.
Would recommend: Yes
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Andrew Hilburger,
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from NY, United States
Written on February 28, 2022
I purchased these for spotting while shooting long range. Glass is crystal clear and the binoculars really help with depth perception. Appear to be very sturdy and the fit/finished is excellent. They are not too heavy or large for their magnification. I would highly recommend.
Would recommend: Yes
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Max,
from MI, United States
Written on February 23, 2022
I've had these for a few months now, my plan was to avoid dragging a spotting scope around for an upcoming mule deer hunt. They work great after using them for a season on a couple occasions. Although a little heavy, with the included harness they aren't too bad and they sure do beat having to pack the additional spotter along. If you brace them off your hat bill or use an improvised field rest they are plenty stable enough for long range work. Very Clear too.
Best Used for:
- Hunting and long range scanning/spotting
Would recommend: Yes
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