Re: Leica Geovid Rangefinding Binos SWFA ($1699.0)
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: propulsionclimbing</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I've had a pair of the 8x42 Geovids since they first came out, and as a hunter, I will say they are the best purchase I have made in that time. I would not go in to the woods without them. I went from Swarovski SLC 10x42 after having used them for three years. I would not worry about the glass on the Leicas. I have spent A LOT of time behind both. They are as good as the Swaro SLC's.
After losing a bull elk archery hunting because my rangefinder and binos were tangled up, I bought the Geovids. Ranging capabilities of these binos is very good. 1000 yard readings on a bull elk in decent conditions without a tripod is pretty consistent. I'm sure you could range further more effectively with a tripod.
Just think about your opportunities at trophy-sized animals in the last five years. If you could have sped up your shooting process by ten seconds, how many more successes could you chalk up? With the amount of money I spend on hunting, it doesn't take long to pay for these when you factor in the cost of lost opportunities.
My brother had the Swaro rangefinder. They were great, but if speed is a concern, they were too slow. The Leicas spit out the range instantly while the Swaros take a few seconds. Once again, those few seconds can be the difference between an animal on the ground or in the bush.
If you are a hunter, buy these and don't hesitate. They are an essential tool as far as I am concerned. </div></div>
That is excellent to hear. My main use is definitely for hunting. I was hoping I could combine 2 untis into 1 and not compromise either. Based on your review, it sounds like I can. I also am glad to step up from 8x42 Trinovid binos to the 10x42 bino. Having a competent (or better) LRF built in is just awesome and the pice cant be beat.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: propulsionclimbing</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I've had a pair of the 8x42 Geovids since they first came out, and as a hunter, I will say they are the best purchase I have made in that time. I would not go in to the woods without them. I went from Swarovski SLC 10x42 after having used them for three years. I would not worry about the glass on the Leicas. I have spent A LOT of time behind both. They are as good as the Swaro SLC's.
After losing a bull elk archery hunting because my rangefinder and binos were tangled up, I bought the Geovids. Ranging capabilities of these binos is very good. 1000 yard readings on a bull elk in decent conditions without a tripod is pretty consistent. I'm sure you could range further more effectively with a tripod.
Just think about your opportunities at trophy-sized animals in the last five years. If you could have sped up your shooting process by ten seconds, how many more successes could you chalk up? With the amount of money I spend on hunting, it doesn't take long to pay for these when you factor in the cost of lost opportunities.
My brother had the Swaro rangefinder. They were great, but if speed is a concern, they were too slow. The Leicas spit out the range instantly while the Swaros take a few seconds. Once again, those few seconds can be the difference between an animal on the ground or in the bush.
If you are a hunter, buy these and don't hesitate. They are an essential tool as far as I am concerned. </div></div>
That is excellent to hear. My main use is definitely for hunting. I was hoping I could combine 2 untis into 1 and not compromise either. Based on your review, it sounds like I can. I also am glad to step up from 8x42 Trinovid binos to the 10x42 bino. Having a competent (or better) LRF built in is just awesome and the pice cant be beat.
