Slickdeals is community-supported.  We may get paid by brands for deals, including promoted items.
Heads up, this deal has expired. Want to create a deal alert for this item?
expireddigduck posted Nov 30, 2024 02:17 PM
  1. Deal Image
Item 1 of 2
  1. Deal Image
  2. Deal Image
Item 1 of 2
expireddigduck posted Nov 30, 2024 02:17 PM

Vortex OPMOD Diamondback HD 10x42mm Roof Prism Binoculars

+ Free Shipping

$136

$280

51% off
OpticsPlanet
39 Comments 22,229 Views
Visit OpticsPlanet
Good Deal
Save
Share
Deal Details
OpticsPlanet has Vortex OPMOD Diamondback HD 10x42mm Roof Prism Binoculars (Wolf Gray, DB-215-OP) on sale for $135.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member digduck for sharing this deal.

About this Item:
  • Magnification: 10 x
  • Objective Lens Diameter: 42 mm
  • Prism System: Roof
  • Eye Relief: 15 mm
  • Exit Pupil: 4.2 mm
  • Field of View, Linear: 330 ft at 1000 yds
  • Field of View, Angle: 6.3 degrees
  • Optical Coating: Fully Multi-Coated
  • Binoculars Focus System: Center Focus
  • Twilight Factor: 20.5
  • Interpupillary Distance: 55 - 73 mm
  • Close Focus: 5 ft
  • Weather Resistance: Yes
  • Water Resistance Level: Waterproof
  • Length: 5.7 in
  • Weight: 21.3 oz
  • Includes:
    • Soft side carry case
    • Soft side carry case strap
    • Comfort neck strap
    • Tethered objective lens covers
    • Rainguard Eyepiece Cover
    • Lens Cloth

Editor's Notes

Written by SaltyOne | Staff
  • At the time of this posting, our research indicates that this is $8 lower than the next best comparable prices starting from $143.99.
  • Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars from customer reviews.

Original Post

Written by digduck
Community Notes
About the Poster
Deal Details
Community Notes
About the Poster
OpticsPlanet has Vortex OPMOD Diamondback HD 10x42mm Roof Prism Binoculars (Wolf Gray, DB-215-OP) on sale for $135.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member digduck for sharing this deal.

About this Item:
  • Magnification: 10 x
  • Objective Lens Diameter: 42 mm
  • Prism System: Roof
  • Eye Relief: 15 mm
  • Exit Pupil: 4.2 mm
  • Field of View, Linear: 330 ft at 1000 yds
  • Field of View, Angle: 6.3 degrees
  • Optical Coating: Fully Multi-Coated
  • Binoculars Focus System: Center Focus
  • Twilight Factor: 20.5
  • Interpupillary Distance: 55 - 73 mm
  • Close Focus: 5 ft
  • Weather Resistance: Yes
  • Water Resistance Level: Waterproof
  • Length: 5.7 in
  • Weight: 21.3 oz
  • Includes:
    • Soft side carry case
    • Soft side carry case strap
    • Comfort neck strap
    • Tethered objective lens covers
    • Rainguard Eyepiece Cover
    • Lens Cloth

Editor's Notes

Written by SaltyOne | Staff
  • At the time of this posting, our research indicates that this is $8 lower than the next best comparable prices starting from $143.99.
  • Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars from customer reviews.

Original Post

Written by digduck

Community Voting

Deal Score
+43
Good Deal
Visit OpticsPlanet

Leave a Comment

Unregistered (You)

Top Comments

goblueguy11
100 Posts
34 Reputation
For Crossfire. Not diamondback.

Diamondback is worth the extra $36
Exmoor
350 Posts
277 Reputation
In general I think 8x are a better fit for most people since what you gain in a larger object you generally lose due to additional bounce when handheld. You also generally lose a pretty big chunk of field-of-view so it's harder to locate some targets. With that caveat, I'll say that this is a great deal. The Diamondback is right in the sweet spot where you get very good optics before the price starts jumping up for diminishing returns.
cfranchile
158 Posts
109 Reputation
Obviously a fair bit pricier, but Cabela's/Bass Pro has the Vortex Viper 10x42 binoculars for $300. They are the next tier up in quality from the Diamondback. Both are good, but trying then out instore I was surprised to be able to tell a significant difference and opted for the Vipers.
https://www.cabelas.com/shop/en/v...lsrc=aw.ds

38 Comments

Sign up for a Slickdeals account to remove this ad.

Dec 01, 2024 01:48 AM
25 Posts
Joined Oct 2018

This comment has been rated as unhelpful by Slickdeals users.

Dec 01, 2024 01:57 AM
100 Posts
Joined Jan 2011
goblueguy11Dec 01, 2024 01:57 AM
100 Posts
Quote from EagerSink564 :
$99 on EBay
For Crossfire. Not diamondback.

Diamondback is worth the extra $36
1
Dec 01, 2024 02:37 AM
164 Posts
Joined Oct 2009
a33321654Dec 01, 2024 02:37 AM
164 Posts
Got these a few years ago. Cheapest Diamondback HD you will find. Would buy again.
Dec 01, 2024 02:37 AM
3,575 Posts
Joined Jan 2010
twistrmanDec 01, 2024 02:37 AM
3,575 Posts
$130 as a "door buster" at Sportsman's Warehouse right now.

https://www.sportsmans.com/huntin.../p/1200275

Edit- apparently not the same. Sorry about that.
Last edited by twistrman November 30, 2024 at 07:45 PM.
1
Original Poster
Dec 01, 2024 02:43 AM
2,139 Posts
Joined Nov 2010
digduck
Original Poster
Dec 01, 2024 02:43 AM
2,139 Posts
Quote from twistrman :
$130 as a "door buster" at Sportsman's Warehouse right now.

https://www.sportsmans.com/huntin.../p/1200275
Ah that's a common mix up. This is the HD variant with the upgraded multi coating.

The version you linked was the older version from a few years back and is not labeled HD.
Dec 01, 2024 02:44 AM
3,575 Posts
Joined Jan 2010
twistrmanDec 01, 2024 02:44 AM
3,575 Posts
Quote from digduck :
Ah that's a common mix up. This is the HD variant with the upgraded multi coating.

The version you linked was the older version from a few years back and is not labeled HD.
All good. Optics are not my strong area of info. Just happened to see them in store and then see this.
Dec 01, 2024 02:45 AM
110 Posts
Joined Oct 2003
waltarkDec 01, 2024 02:45 AM
110 Posts
Would these be good for viewing planets and things? Like when a comet is passing the Earth and they say it can be seen with binoculars, would these be a good fit for that? Thanks!

Sign up for a Slickdeals account to remove this ad.

Dec 01, 2024 02:58 AM
100 Posts
Joined Jan 2011
goblueguy11Dec 01, 2024 02:58 AM
100 Posts
Absolutely. These are 10x zoom and very crisp clear binoculars
Dec 01, 2024 02:58 AM
158 Posts
Joined Jun 2017
cfranchileDec 01, 2024 02:58 AM
158 Posts
Obviously a fair bit pricier, but Cabela's/Bass Pro has the Vortex Viper 10x42 binoculars for $300. They are the next tier up in quality from the Diamondback. Both are good, but trying then out instore I was surprised to be able to tell a significant difference and opted for the Vipers.
https://www.cabelas.com/shop/en/v...lsrc=aw.ds
1
Dec 01, 2024 03:07 AM
350 Posts
Joined Jun 2013
ExmoorDec 01, 2024 03:07 AM
350 Posts

Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank Exmoor

In general I think 8x are a better fit for most people since what you gain in a larger object you generally lose due to additional bounce when handheld. You also generally lose a pretty big chunk of field-of-view so it's harder to locate some targets. With that caveat, I'll say that this is a great deal. The Diamondback is right in the sweet spot where you get very good optics before the price starts jumping up for diminishing returns.
1
Dec 01, 2024 03:47 AM
691 Posts
Joined May 2014
bamayer7Dec 01, 2024 03:47 AM
691 Posts
Is this worth it over the vipers mentioned above for price point etc? Or splurge and go for vipers?
1
Dec 01, 2024 03:48 AM
1,548 Posts
Joined May 2012
CharlesBarkleyDec 01, 2024 03:48 AM
1,548 Posts
What's the difference between the OPMOD and the normal version?
Dec 01, 2024 03:53 AM
203 Posts
Joined Jan 2005
KupoKoMaPaDec 01, 2024 03:53 AM
203 Posts
Quote from CharlesBarkley :
What's the difference between the OPMOD and the normal version?
Question by B, member, from WI, United States, asked on November 29, 2020
What's different about this "OPMOD" model and the standard 10x42 HD. IS it just the color?
Expert Answer
A Answered by Armando R., Gear Expert, from IL, United States, on February 04, 2021
Yes, the exclusive grey color is the only difference.
1
Dec 01, 2024 04:25 AM
110 Posts
Joined Apr 2013
DevNull404Dec 01, 2024 04:25 AM
110 Posts
Quote from waltark :
Would these be good for viewing planets and things? Like when a comet is passing the Earth and they say it can be seen with binoculars, would these be a good fit for that? Thanks!
I was able to see Saturn's rings a few years ago with mine. Not really their purpose though.

Sign up for a Slickdeals account to remove this ad.

Dec 01, 2024 06:04 AM
1,327 Posts
Joined Mar 2008
fiockthisDec 01, 2024 06:04 AM
1,327 Posts
Quote from DevNull404 :
I was able to see Saturn's rings a few years ago with mine. Not really their purpose though.
What is their purpose? I'm not being facetious. Genuinely trying to see if this would make a good christmas gift.
1

Leave a Comment

Unregistered (You)

Related Searches

Free ShippingOccasionsBlack FridayChristmasCyber MondaySporting GoodsOutdoors

Popular Deals

See All
Found by N3RD_01
Today 06:01 AM
$320$67952% offSonos Arc SL (Certified Refurbished) $319.99
2
Found by LolaBunny21
Yesterday 10:32 PM
$8.99$2564% offAnker MagGo USB-C Magnetic Adapter/SD Card Reader for iPhone 16/15 (2 Colors) $8.99 + Free Shipping w/ Prime or on $35+
7
Found by tDames
Today 01:22 AM
$180$30040% offbeyerdynamic DT 990 PRO X Studio Headphones (Open Back; Black) $179.99 + Free Shipping
0
Found by babgaly
Today 05:20 AM
$4.49$6.9935% off14-GRIDS Travel Pill Organizer Box with Labels (Various) $4.49 + Free Shipping w/ Prime or on $35+
1
Found by BBQchicken
Today 01:53 AM
$3.606-Pack 16.9-Oz Diet Coke Caffeine Free Soda Bottles $3.60 w/ S&S + Free Shipping w/ Prime or on orders over $35
5

Trending Deals

See All
Found by ItsSoCheap
Today 02:03 AM
$11$2045% off95-Piece LEGO Botanicals Mini-Model Sets w/ 32-Page Book $10.70 + Free Shipping w/ Prime or on $35+
5
Found by iconian
Yesterday 08:20 PM
$13$2650% off2000Lm DARKBEAM COB Floodlight Headlamp $13 @ Amazon
7
Found by Rokket
Today 01:14 AM
$3.82$9.0557% off20-Ounce Johnson's Baby Oil w/ Shea & Cocoa Butter $3.82 w/ S&S + Free Shipping w/ Prime or $35+
11
Found by LolaBunny21
Yesterday 10:32 PM
$8.99$2564% offAnker MagGo USB-C Magnetic Adapter/SD Card Reader for iPhone 16/15 (2 Colors) $8.99 + Free Shipping w/ Prime or on $35+
7
Found by phoinix
Yesterday 11:14 PM
$39$9056% off[S&S, AC] $39.12 | 6 × 4-Pack 80-Count Lysol Disinfectant Wipes (Bundle) ($6.52 each) + $15 credit at Amazon
5