Vortex Raptor 8.5 x 32mm Binoculars

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Vortex Raptor 8.5 x 32mm Binoculars


(3/30/11) The review for the Vortex Raptor binoculars was left for us by Tom F. from Clifton Park, New York. Thanks for another great review Tom.

Outdoorsman Review:

When choosing binoculars the first thing you need to decide is the application. For my instance the appliction was purely archery. Sighting in and spotting hits on targets, more specificaly finding kill zones and eleven spots on 3D targets. For anyone interested in someday shooting I.B.O 8.5 magnification is the largest allowed. If your uninterested in that you can go as high as you want. However keeping in the I.B.O guidelines I wanted a quality 8.5 magnification binocular that was light and clear.

After hours of research online I found the Vortex Raptors. Vortex Optics has been touted for quality lenses and design at a price lower than the competitors. As I had read reviews for the Raptors and other comparable binoculars such as Alpen, Nikon, or Leoupold; they were very similar. I decided to try the underdog and purchased the Vortex Raptors….. I was not dissapointed.

The vortex raptors came with a comfort neck strap, lense covers, cleaning cloth and case. The craftsmanship seemed excellent and the initial clarity was super. After following the directions to focus the lenses in to my eye, the next step was to try them on 3D which was their original intent. I was pleasantly surprised. With the Vortex Raptors instead of approximating the eleven line I knew exactly where it was. They were clearer and easier to focus than even the 10X magnification binoculars I had before. I shoot 3D with two to three other people. All of them were amazed with clarity and definition of the Vortex Raptors even though the magnification was lower than theirs.

The price is ultimately what sold me on these binoculars. At about $130.00 they are priced much lower than the competitors and as described still deliver a beautiful product. Target from 6 yards all the the way to 40 are clearly seen with extreme precision. The eye relief adjustments are perfect for glasses or not. No more closing one eye to see your target. And with an uncoditional warranty you really cant go wrong with these binoculars. Any problems notify Vortex and they will make it right.

A great product at a great value. Hope this helps anyone intersted in a good 3D binocular.

Manufacturer’s Specs for the Vortex Raptor:

• Magnification: 8.5 x
• Objective lens diameter: 32mm
• Eye relief: 14mm
• Exit pupil: 3.8mm
• Linear field of view: 390 feet/1000 yards
• Angular field of view: 7.4 degrees
• Close focus: 15 feet
• Interpupillary distance: 50 – 70 mm
• Height: 4.5 inches
• Width: 5.7 inches
• Weight: 17.3 ounces

Features

• Fully multi-coated lenses – Increase light transmission with multiple anti-reflective coatings on all air-to-glass surfaces.
• Porro Prisms – Valued for a rich depth of field, wide field of view, and three-dimensional image.
• Waterproof – Optics are sealed with O-rings to prevent moisture, dust, and debris from getting inside the binocular.
• Fogproof - Nitrogen gas purging delivers fogproof, waterproof performance.
• Rubber armor – Provides a secure, non-slip grip, and durable external protection.
• Adjustable eyecups – Twist up and down for comfortable viewing with or without eyeglasses.
• Center focus wheel – Adjusts the focus of both binocular barrels at the same time.
• Right eye diopter – Adjusts for differences in a user’s eyes. Located on the right eyepiece.