In the spirit of the holidays, we're keeping the savings going on our birding binoculars, which you can read about below. Through December 31st, save $100 on the fabulous ZEISS Terra ED models. Or take 10% off all our fantastic Vortex models, plus get a free gift.
Stop In to Try Out Our Birding Binoculars
The models we carry offer:
- The best magnifications for birding or other wildlife observation
- Great value for the money
Our friendly staff is happy to answer your questions and let you test them out.
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ZEISS: Premium Quality, Exceptional Value
We carry select ZEISS binoculars, which are in a class by themselves. If you're in the market for some top-notch binoculars, definitely check these out.
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ZEISS Conquest HDX Binoculars
The Conquest HDX family of binoculars offer superior optical performance and are built to last, all at an attractive price.
- With a lightweight yet durable magnesium housing, they're waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof. Their robust design and durable materials mean they'll withstand the elements, ensuring reliability wherever your journey takes you.
- The ZEISS HDX concept offers premium optical performance so that every detail is visible in vibrant clarity for perfect sharpness across the entire field-of-view. There is 90% light transmission for the brightest images. The LotuTec® lens coating enables a clear and unhindered view in all weather conditions. And the ZEISS T* coating guarantees brilliant, high-contrast images even in adverse light conditions and at twilight.
- Thoughtfully designed ergonomics enable comfortable handling and individual settings for ease of use, with a non-slip grip and a smooth and precise focusing wheel, adjustable eyecups, and lockable diopter settings.
We carry the Conquest HDX models best-suited for watching birds and other wildlife:
- Conquest HDX 8x32: A lightweight model in a compact size, making it a comfortable companion for hiking, traveling, and wildlife observation.
- Conquest HDX 8x42: A rugged, twilight-capable model that delivers high performance in a wide range of applications.
- ZEISS Conquest HDX 10x42: The largest field of view in its class. Even at long distances, it provides detailed views of birds and wildlife and enables long, fatigue-free observation.
Learn more about ZEISS binoculars for nature observation.
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ZEISS Conquest HDX Binoculars
The ZEISS Terra ED models are a great introduction to ZEISS premium optics.
- Excellent value for money, they're highly robust all-rounders, weatherproof and offering a clear, detailed view, ensuring excellent visibility in all weather conditions.
- Compact and lightweight, especially the pocket model—more below.
We carry the following Terra ED models best-suited for watching birds and other wildlife: 10 x 42, 8 x 42, 8 x 32, 8 x 25.
Learn more about ZEISS binoculars for nature observation.
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ZEISS Compact Binoculars: Take Them EVERYwhere!
These ZEISS binoculars are engineered to provide sharp, bright images in compact, light-weight form. So light and small, you can take them EVERYwhere. Come in and see for yourself!
ZEISS Terra ED Pocket Binoculars
- Excellent value for money—the perfect entry into the world of ZEISS.
- Super compact and light: just 4.4" long and weighing only 10.9 oz.!
- ZEISS' high optical precision and hydrophobic multicoating provide brilliant images down to the very last detail.
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ZEISS SFL Binoculars
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Up to 30% lighter than competitors.
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Ultra-High-Definition (UHD) tech ensures true-to-life color and high detail.
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Large exit pupil for relaxed and undisturbed viewing.
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Ergonomic focus wheel for fast, precise focusing.
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Vortex Optics With a Lifetime Guarantee!
We carry a range of Vortex binoculars that will get you up close and personal with the Rio Grande Valley's spectacular birds, whether you're in your backyard or out in the field, from youth/beginner models to those with best-in-class HD optical systems.
- We carry binoculars with 8x magnification, which is generally recommended for birding, especially on land. Higher magnification produces a shakier image.
- Why we love them: Vortex optics provide bright, clear imaging, they're tough, and just in case anything should go wrong, they come with a fantastic lifetime warranty to protect your investment.
- The Vortex promise: "Should any Vortex® product become damaged or defective, we will repair or replace the item at no charge. It doesn’t matter how it happened, whose fault it was, or where you purchased it: The VIP Warranty is fully transferable, no receipt needed, and covers all Vortex® binoculars, spotting scopes, monoculars, gear, and apparel."
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Vortex Bantam™ HD 6.5x32 Youth Binocular
These binos are designed for young people, but are also a good set for beginners or people looking for a smaller, lighter pair.
- Designed to last—shockproof, waterproof, fogproof
- Fully multi-coated (all air-to-glass lens surfaces have received multiple anti-reflective optical coatings, which improves light transmission)
- Comes with soft carry case, comfort neck strap, tethered objective lens covers, rainguard eyepiece cover, and lens cloth
- Magnification 6.5x
- Objective Lens Diameter 32 mm
- Linear Field of View 400' (122m)
- Angular Field of View 7.6°
- Eye Relief 18.7mm
- Height 4.9" (124.5mm); width 4.8" (121.9mm); weight 14.4 oz. (0.41kg)
- Interpupillary Distance 51mm - 69mm
- Close Focus 12.0' (3.7m)
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Vortex Diamondback® HD 8x32
A great value, these binos offer high performance without breaking the bank. They punch way above their weight, as the saying goes
- Ultra-hard, scratch-resistant coating protects exterior lenses from scratches, oil and dirt
- Rugged construction provides a secure, non-slip grip, and durable shockproof protection that withstands recoil and impact
- Fully multi-coated (all air-to-glass lens surfaces have received multiple anti-reflective optical coatings, which improves light transmission)
- Phase corrected (brings wavelengths of light back into phase after exiting the prism block, which improves sharpness, contrast, and brightness)
- Dielectric prism coatings improves light transmission through the prism block
- Comes with deluxe carry case and strap, comfort neck strap, tethered objective lens covers, rainguard eyepiece cover, lens cloth
- Magnification 8x
- Objective Lens Diameter 32 mm
- Linear Field of View 426 feet/1000 yards
- Angular Field of View 8.1 degrees
- Eye Relief 16 mm
- Height 4.4 inches; width 4.6 inches; weight 15.9 oz
- Exit Pupil 4 mm
- Interpupillary Distance 57-73 mm
- Close Focus 5 feet
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Vortex Diamondback® HD 8x42
All the features of the 8x32 version noted above, but with a larger objective lens size (the second number), for increased brightness, plus a GlassPak™ binocular harness, which keeps your binos close at hand, ready to deploy at a moment's notice, all while providing protection and significantly more comfort than traditional neck straps.
- Also comes with a comfort neck strap, tethered objective lens covers, rainguard eyepiece cover, lens cloth
- Magnification 8x
- Objective Lens Diameter 42 mm
- Linear Field of View 393 feet/1000 yards
- Angular Field of View 7.5 degrees
- Eye Relief 17 mm
- Height 5.7 inches; width 5.1 inches; weight 21.8 oz
- Exit Pupil 5.25 mm
- Interpupillary Distance 55-73 mm
- Close Focus 5 feet
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Vortex Razor® HD 8x42 Roof Prism Binocular
For the serious bird watcher, these are lightweight, bright and strong, featuring a best-in-class HD optical system that delivers the sharpest images possible.
- Ultra-hard, scratch-resistant coating protects exterior lenses from scratches, oil and dirt
- Rugged construction provides a secure, non-slip grip, and durable shockproof protection that withstands recoil and impact
- Fully multi-coated (all air-to-glass lens surfaces have received multiple anti-reflective optical coatings, which improves light transmission)
- Phase corrected (brings wavelengths of light back into phase after exiting the prism block, which improves sharpness, contrast, and brightness)
- Dielectric prism coatings improves light transmission through the prism block
- Plasma tech cutting-edge coating application process provides unparalleled coating durability and performance
- Comes with a GlassPak™ binocular harness (keeps your binos close at hand, ready to deploy at a moment's notice, all while providing protection and significantly more comfort than traditional neck straps), a comfort neck strap, tethered objective lens covers, rainguard eyepiece cover, lens cloth
- Magnification 8x
- Objective Lens Diameter 42 mm
- Linear Field of View 388 feet/1000 yards
- Angular Field of View 7.4 degrees
- Eye Relief 17.5 mm
- Height 5.9 inches; width 5.1 inches; weight 24.2 oz
- Exit Pupil 5.25 mm
- Interpupillary Distance 55-75 mm
- Close Focus 6 feet
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