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wilkup · August 27, 2013, 09:38 AM

I'm comparing 2 items I need to add to my hunting outfit; binoculars and a light-weight scope that's good out to at least 500 yards. I receive a big discount on Bushnell products, otherwise I'd probably overlook them and go with a Vortex.
Just to keep things in perspective, I can get the Bushnell binos about $75 cheaper but the scopes are close enough in price it's not going to matter.
I've put in quite a bit of research to settle on these different options, but am hoping there may be some people on here who have experience with or possibly owned both.
I was able to try out a pair of the Diamondback Binos at a store last night. I thought they worked well, but with the price difference I'm wondering if they're that much better.
Haven't had any opportunity to try either scope, but am leaning towards Bushnell based on reviews I've read online. Hopefully I'll get some more feedback before pulling the trigger, but I need to put the order in so I can get this new rifle setup!

Here's my comparisons:
Vortex Diamondback 3-9x40 Dead Hold BDC - 14.4oz
Bushnell Elite 3-9x40 DOA 600 - 13oz

Vortex Diamondback 10x42
Bushnell Legend Ultra HD 10x42

August 27, 2013, 09:38 AM	#1
wilkup Senior Member Join Date: January 21, 2009 Location: Pacific North West Posts: 190	Bushnell Optics VS. Vortex Optics...HELP? I'm comparing 2 items I need to add to my hunting outfit; binoculars and a light-weight scope that's good out to at least 500 yards. I receive a big discount on Bushnell products, otherwise I'd probably overlook them and go with a Vortex. Just to keep things in perspective, I can get the Bushnell binos about $75 cheaper but the scopes are close enough in price it's not going to matter. I've put in quite a bit of research to settle on these different options, but am hoping there may be some people on here who have experience with or possibly owned both. I was able to try out a pair of the Diamondback Binos at a store last night. I thought they worked well, but with the price difference I'm wondering if they're that much better. Haven't had any opportunity to try either scope, but am leaning towards Bushnell based on reviews I've read online. Hopefully I'll get some more feedback before pulling the trigger, but I need to put the order in so I can get this new rifle setup! Here's my comparisons: Vortex Diamondback 3-9x40 Dead Hold BDC - 14.4oz Bushnell Elite 3-9x40 DOA 600 - 13oz Vortex Diamondback 10x42 Bushnell Legend Ultra HD 10x42 Last edited by wilkup; August 27, 2013 at 09:43 AM.