^^^^^^^^ This is what i'm thinking also. I currently use a Bushnell sportsman i got through Cabelas for $40 while on vacation. Looking at upgrading to Vortex razors or Swarovski slc. problem is no retailer here carries high end glass, so i'm unable to do side by side comparison.
i wanted to try a higher magnification, but I think it might be too shaky to make out details. That's why i'm considering the better quality glass in 10x42 or 10x50. Was kind of hoping people would chime in saying stability with 12x wasn't a problem.
Just afraid to drop the coin on a better 10x...
Looking at buying a new pair of binoculars.
Debating between higher end 10x42, 10x50 or 12x50. I currently use a cheap 10x42 but can't make out too much detail past 500 yds. Wondering
what ya'll use or have used in the past.