Opticron Birdwatching Dot Com Leica Vanguard Binoculars
Michael and Diane Porter have been reviewing birding optics for national magazines for over 15 years. For some of their hands-on reviews of birding binoculars, see:
Best of the Best Binoculars
Mid-Priced Binoculars
Mid-sized Binoculars
Pocket Binoculars
And here is a chart showing Michael and Diane's favorites: Our Binocular Favorites
Best of the Best Binoculars
Mid-Priced Binoculars
Mid-sized Binoculars
Pocket Binoculars
And here is a chart showing Michael and Diane's favorites: Our Binocular Favorites
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Regular Price: $544.93
Special Price $499.95
The person who begins birding with a premium level quality binocular is fortunate indeed. From the beginning, she or he experiences the full wonder and beauty of the bird. It is an auspicious beginning to one of the most joyous of all activities A premium optical quality binocular, the Vortex Viper HD 8x42 A compact bird book Stokes Essential Birds Our own DVD, How to Start Watching Birds To keep your new binoculars clean, a Vortex Lens Pen, to brush away dust from optical surfaces before you clean them. This binocular comes with an unconditional lifetime warranty that covers accidental damage. NO SALES TAX except for Iowa addresses. Sorry, we can't ship this product out of the US. Learn More -
Regular Price: $619.99
Special Price $499.99
VEO HD IV 8420 8X42 HOYA ED GLASS BINOCULAR BUNDLE W/ LIFETIME WARRANTY You get the VEO HD IV binoculars, VEO Optic Guard deluxe harness, BA-185 adapter to mount your binoculars to a tripod, and VEO PA-62 digiscoping kit to help you capture smartphone video and photos of your subject. It's a perfect match for birders, outdoor adventurers, and nature lovers. FREE SHIPPING to US Lower-48 States. For expedited shipping or shipping to other US addresses, please contact us to make arrangements to pay shipping, which will be individually determined. WE DO NOT CHARGE SALES TAX except for shipping to Iowa! Learn More -
$849.00See our REVIEW. Black, rubber armored. Leica's new COMPACT Ultravid 8x20 shares the outstanding optical qualities of the full-sized Ultravids. Small but ultra rugged. And it works even for people who wear glasses! Waterproof. FREE SHIPPING to US Lower-48 States. For expedited shipping, please contact us to make arrangements to pay shipping, which will be individually determined. Email us, or call 800-779-7256. WE DO NOT CHARGE SALES TAX except for shipping to Iowa! As of January 1, 2021, Leica offers a 10-year Passport Protection Plan that covers accidental damage and that is fully transferable. See details here. Birdwatching Dot Com is an authorized Leica dealer. Learn More -
Regular Price: $619.99
Special Price $499.99
Endeavor ED IV was designed for comfort. This binocular has a newly integrated center locking diopter that allows the user to comfortably fine-tune their view settings and three-stage adjustable locking eyecups for setting the perfect eye relief. A tripod adaptor is incorporated in the front hinge for those long viewing periods or for glassing at long distances. The Endeavor ED IV’s feature the Japanese Premium Hoya ED Glass like the II’s do, but they also have SK-15 prisms which are a step up from the Bak4 prisms. FREE SHIPPING to US Lower-48 States. For expedited shipping or shipping to other addresses, please contact us to make arrangements to pay shipping, which will be individually determined. WE DO NOT CHARGE SALES TAX except for shipping to Iowa! Learn More -
$949.00NO SALES TAX except for Iowa addresses. FREE SHIPPING to US Lower-48. This smaller, 32mm Trinovid is just as sharp and clear as the most expensive binoculars you can buy, but it costs half as much. And it focuses as close as 3.3 feet — marvelous for hummingbirds at the feeder, or butterflies and flowers. No other high-quality binoculars will do this so well. See how it stacks up in Michael and Diane's review of midsize binoculars. Birdwatching Dot Com is an authorized Leica dealer. Learn More -
Regular Price: $619.99
Special Price $499.99
Endeavor ED IV was designed for comfort. This binocular has a newly integrated center locking diopter that allows the user to comfortably fine-tune their view settings and three-stage adjustable locking eyecups for setting the perfect eye relief. A tripod adaptor is incorporated in the front hinge for those long viewing periods or for glassing at long distances. The Endeavor ED IV’s feature the Japanese Premium Hoya ED Glass like the II’s do, but they also have SK-15 prisms which are a step up from the Bak4 prisms. FREE SHIPPING to US Lower-48 States. For expedited shipping or shipping to other addresses, please contact us to make arrangements to pay shipping, which will be individually determined. WE DO NOT CHARGE SALES TAX except for shipping to Iowa! Learn More -
$949.00SPECIAL ORDER. This item is special ordered, and we cannot guarantee immediate delivery. Contact us by email or phone 800-779-7256 to get an estimate of delivery time. Usually it is very quick. What is so great about this smaller, 32mm Trinovid? It is just as sharp and clear as the most expensive binoculars you can buy, but it costs half as much. It focuses close. You can look at your own toes. It's marvelous for observing hummingbirds at the feeder, or butterflies and flowers. No other high-quality binoculars will do this so well. Of course, we also appreciate the outstanding color fidelity, image sharpness, compact form and low weight. FREE SHIPPING to US Lower-48 States. For expedited shipping, please contact us to make arrangements to pay shipping, which will be individually determined. Email us, or call 800-779-7256. WE DO NOT CHARGE SALES TAX except to Iowa! Birdwatching Dot Com is an authorized Leica dealer. Learn More -
$999.00SPECIAL ORDER. This item is special ordered, and we cannot guarantee immediate delivery. You may contact us by email or phone 800-779-7256 to get an estimate of delivery time. Usually it is very quick. See our REVIEW. Meet the Trinovid HD 42. Their trademark: compact and ergonomic construction, internal focusing with intuitive handling and superior optical performance. FREE SHIPPING to US Lower-48 States. For expedited shipping, please contact us to make arrangements to pay shipping, which will be individually determined. Email us, or call 800-779-7256. WE DO NOT CHARGE SALES TAX except for shipping to Iowa! Birdwatching Dot Com is an authorized Leica dealer. Learn More -
$999.00SPECIAL ORDER. This item is special ordered, and we cannot guarantee immediate delivery. You may contact us by email or phone 800-779-7256 to get an estimate of delivery time. Usually it is very quick. This is the return of a classic with a reputation stretching back over 50 years for quality and performance — the Trinovid 42. Their trademark: compact and ergonomic construction, internal focusing with intuitive handling and superior optical performance. FREE SHIPPING to US Lower-48 States. For expedited shipping, please contact us to make arrangements to pay shipping, which will be individually determined. Email us, or call 800-779-7256. WE DO NOT CHARGE SALES TAX except to Iowa! Birdwatching Dot Com is an authorized Leica dealer. Learn More -
$579.00For one eye only. Includes black case. Includes close focusing accessory lens, eyepiece cover, and carry bag with belt loop. If you are going to get a monocular, this is the best one. Thanks to the included close-up accessory lens, objects as close as 10–12 in (25–30 cm) can be viewed in great detail, no matter whether you want to examine the bus schedule or the veins of a flower. Simply twist the accessory lens onto the objective lens. Elegant, like everything from Leica. Please allow 5 working days or more for delivery, as we special order them from the manufacturer. Learn More
