vortex optics

jeff28 · Feb 2, 2007

i'm looking for info on vortex optics if anyone has them or used them and what they think.thanks

gr8fuldoug · Feb 4, 2007

Have you read thru http://www.monstermuleys.info/dcforum/DCForumID27/561.html ?

If there is anything else that I can assist you with please let me know.
Doug
Camera Land
212-753-5128
[email protected]
www.cameralandny.com

Prism · Feb 4, 2007

Haven't used them out in the field much yet, but from what I can tell around the yard they're going to give everbody a run for their money.

The 10x42 Razors retail for just over $700.00 and they're hanging right there with my $1900.00 Swarovski ELs.....

I can't see $1200 worth of difference!

Torch · Feb 15, 2007

I checked them out for the first time today and I was VERY impressed. I think I am getting some new optics soon

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elkantler75 · Feb 16, 2007

check out the vortex 10 x 42 sidewinder. i got a pair and will never give them up. i bang binos around and for 200.00 plus a lifetime warranty, how can you go wrong.

Prism · Feb 19, 2007

Put a pair of 10x42 Razors to work and have to say that they are likely the best value in the optics market right now! They're worth every penny when compared to the optical qualities of binos costing a $1000 more!

REDDOG · Feb 19, 2007

what state and area do you live in?

Prism · Feb 23, 2007

Just put the 80mm spotting scope to work on some elk. Awesome glass that could likely cost hundreds more for the quality. They've also got a carbon tripod that retails for over just $300, and includes a fluid head!!! W/O a doubt the best value in the optics market right now!

Hawkk33 · Feb 25, 2007

How does the Vortex 20-60x80mm compare with a Nikon Sky and Earth 20-60x80mm?

gr8fuldoug · Feb 25, 2007

I think that you will find that the Vortex will be optically superior to the Nikon S&E

If there is anything else that I can assist you with please let me know.
Doug
Camera Land
212-753-5128
[email protected]
www.cameralandny.com

COLO3D · Feb 26, 2007

>How does the Vortex 20-60x80mm compare
>with a Nikon Sky and
>Earth 20-60x80mm?

Funny you should ask, I just replaced my Nikon of the same model with the Vortex and was blown away with the quality. The field of view at higher power is much greater with the Vortex. The optics are brighter and clearer with better color definition on the Vortex as well. I could not be happier with the scope! By the way, I bought it from good ol' Doug at Cameraland.

Trophy_Taker · Feb 26, 2007

Has anyone compared the Impact scope to the Nomad and Skyline in the field? Is the cost difference equal to the quality difference? Is the optic quality of the Impact worse than the Nomad and Skyline? Is there any Impact owners that recommend the scope or would you opt for the more expensive Vortex scopes?

NU4BUCK · Feb 26, 2007

I JUST BOUGHT THE SKYLINE AND THE NOMAD
SCOPES, ALSO THE CARBON FIBER TRIPOD.
GREAT GLASS FOR THE MONEY, I COMPARED
THEM WITH A 12-40 60MM GOLD RING LEUPOLD,
VORTEX MAY BE A LITTLE BETTER?
BY THE WAY I AM SELLING THE LEUPOLD

Prism · Feb 26, 2007

I would go with the Skyline or Nomad unless you're just looking for an extra small compact scope-which the Impact is.

The 80mm Skyline is incredible for the money, and the ED version should be as well. The Skyline will hold its own against scopes costing thousands more.

If you want to look at them in Utah there are several new dealers that are now carrying Vortex.

REDDOG · Feb 27, 2007

any one know if they are going to add a 60mm angled to the skyline line up?

NU4BUCK · Feb 27, 2007

THE DIFFERENCE IN THE SKYLINE AND THE NOMAD IS JUST THE
80MM AND THE 60MM IS THE NOMAD, THE SKYLINE WILL BE
AVAILABLE IN ED WHICH MEANS HD , YOU WILL HAVE TO ASK PRISM
IF THE NOMAD 60MM WILL BE AVAILABLE IN ED,
THERE IS A DEALER IN NORTHERN UTAH IN TREMONTON ALSO, IF
YOU LIVE CLOSE.

smokinf15 · Feb 27, 2007

>Has anyone compared the Impact scope
>to the Nomad and Skyline
>in the field? Is
>the cost difference equal to
>the quality difference? Is
>the optic quality of the
>Impact worse than the Nomad
>and Skyline? Is there
>any Impact owners that recommend
>the scope or would you
>opt for the more expensive
>Vortex scopes?

I am also interested in the Impact - has anyone out there taken a look through one of these? The size, weight, and price all seem right...

Hawkk33 · Feb 27, 2007

Thanks for the replies. Made my decision easier!!

smokinf15 · Mar 1, 2007

I just ordered the compact vortex impact (25-75x70) from Doug - shot show sample for $129. If anyone is interested let me know and I'll give you my thoughts when it arrives.

ART338WM · Mar 7, 2007

Where, oh prey tell young man are Vortex optics made?

gr8fuldoug · Mar 7, 2007

Japan & China depending on the model

If there is anything else that I can assist you with please let me know.
Doug
Camera Land
212-753-5128
[email protected]
www.cameralandny.com

Trophy_Taker · Mar 8, 2007

Smokin, so have you been out to try your impact yet? I'd be interested to hear what you think of it.

smokinf15 · Mar 8, 2007

Just got it 2 days ago from Doug. Definitely a good spotter for the money - got one of the shot show samples for $129. Past 55-60x it gets a little fuzzy, but I expected that. It's a perfect scope if you are looking for something compact and lightweight, which is exactly what I wanted for packing around while elk hunting. It beats the heck out of my burris, which will be going on ebay this weekend. I think its a great scope, especially considering the price. Let me know if you have more questions.

rackem406 · Mar 9, 2007

Someone asked how it compares to the Nikon Sky & Earth, but I'm wondering how you would compare it to the Nikon 20-60x82 ProStaff????

Rackem

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DAPENGUIN · Mar 11, 2007

A buddy just got some Vortex glass for a gift from his wife. I havn't looked through em yet but he says they are fantastic. Got em for around 500. I think I need to look at these.