Vortex Diamondback 10x42 $139.98 Bass pro

hizzledizzle

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Oct 10, 2023 05:55 AM

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hizzledizzle

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Oct 10, 2023 05:55 AM

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An additional 15% off with code "VORTEX15" makes these $119. Not a bad deal for these, IMO. These probably lack some higher end features, but for the price there's not a lot that's better.

Since these are last-gen binos, I'd say one might want to look at Athlon's last-gen offering in this range, the Argos. For $99 I think it's the marginally better deal, but some people have that Vortex brand loyalty.
https://cameralandny.com/shop/ath...uery=Argos

Last edited by hizzledizzle October 10, 2023 at 10:08 PM.

Slee_Stack

Oct 10, 2023 07:38 PM

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Slee_StackOct 10, 2023 07:38 PM

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Quote from hizzledizzle

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An additional 15% off with code "VORTEX15" makes these $119. Not a bad deal for these, IMO. These probably lack some higher end features, but for the price there's not a lot that's better.

Since these are last-gen binos, I'd say one might want to look at Athlon's last-gen offering in this range, the Argos. For $99 I think it's the marginally better deal, but summer people have that Vortex brand loyalty.
https://cameralandny.com/shop/ath...uery=Argos [cameralandny.com]

Thanks for the suggestion. I opted for the Vortex ones since there was extra CB and comes out only $10 more over the Argos. Vortex has a closer focus distance, a slightly wider FoV and is a bit lighter.

more-slick-deal

Oct 10, 2023 09:19 PM

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more-slick-dealOct 10, 2023 09:19 PM

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I believe that this is on sale because it is old non-HD model (DB-205) and discontinued. The current version is Diamondback HD and the model number is DB-215.

Slee_Stack

Oct 10, 2023 09:42 PM

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Slee_StackOct 10, 2023 09:42 PM

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Quote from more-slick-deal

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I believe that this is on sale because it is old non-HD model (DB-205) and discontinued. The current version is Diamondback HD and the model number is DB-215.

It is the old, discontinued model. The HD model has gone as low as $170 according to the camel but are around $200 right now.

I was looking to keep it around $100. At $120 and 10% CB, its close enough. My needs are low...just to replace some $20 no-name China binocs.

According to Vortex:

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The original Diamondbacks are now currently discontinued and replaced by the Diamondback HD's which are superior over the original diamondbacks for a couple of reasons! The HD's consist of higher quality prisms that will transmit light more efficiently and also consist of superior phase coatings allowing for a more clear, contrasted image with a more sharp and structured effect as well as more color fidelity! This will make the Diamondback HD's just an upgraded and higher quality version!

I'm not sure +50% cost would be much benefit for someone like me.

Rating:	(4.8 out of 5 stars)
Reviews:	638 Bass Pro Shops Reviews
Product Description:	The sleek, ergonomically designed Vortex® Diamondback Binoculars are fast to get on target, and comfortable to hold for extended periods of glassing. Featuring multiple anti-reflective coatings on all air-to-glass surfaces and multi-layer prism coatings for enhanced light transmission and bright, clear, color-accurate images, so you can pick-out game from brush, and extend glassing time at dawn and dusk. An ultra-wide field of view lets you cover maximum ground quickly and efficiently. Vortex Binoculars are nitrogen gas-purged and O-ring sealed for waterproof performance, and to prevent internal fogging over a wide range of temperatures. A center focus wheel adjusts the focus of both binocular barrels at the same time, and twist and lock eyecups provide comfort with or without eyeglasses. Manufacturer's lifetime warranty. Sleek ergonomic designed Multiple anti-reflective coatings Multi-layer prism coatings Ultra-wide field of view Nitrogen gas-purged O-ring sealed Center focus wheel Twist and lock eyecups Waterproof/fog proof
Model Number:	Size
Product SKU:	basspro_vortex-diamondback-binoculars

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