Vortex Viper 12x50 HD

I chose these binoculars in particular for a trip I had planned all over the country of Peru. From the high peak of Machu Picchu to the low lands of the Amazon rainforest and everything in between. I was very, very impressed and so were my guides who ended up using my binoculars instead of theirs while trying to locate native animals for us in the thick, dense jungles. I will forever use Vortex optics for all my hunting, shooting and spotting needs and will highly recommend them to everyone I meet.

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These are a joy to look through. I've had other lower priced/ lower quality binos that made my eyes hurt and gave me a head ache after looking through them for ten or fifteen minutes. With the Viper HD binos, I can look through these for hours and not have any eye strain or a headache. They are pricy, but are worth every penny.

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I've had these 12x50 Vortex binoculars for seveal years and typically use them as my "neck" glass. When I'm hunting or scouting, they're on my chest. When I'm driving, they're in my truck- never leave them behind. I live in AZ where a quality optic is an absolute must. I hunt elk, coues deer, mule deer, and bear, all in thick/nasty terrain that require quality glass in less than ideal hunting conditions. A couple years back, I had my binos on my tripod and stepped away to use the facilities, came back and the wind had knocked my tripod over, shattered one of the lenses, and messed up the bodies. Needless to say, I wasn't worried. I sent them to Vortex and they had a pair to my door step in 3 days. Can't beat them.

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Purchased a Viper HD 12x50 for my infrequent and modest hunts. I was so satisfied with the quality and value of these binoculars, I encouraged my son (who needed to replace his rifle scope before we our one-time mule deer hunt on the open prairies of Montana) that Vortex was the only way to go. He did and we both tagged-out. The only problem was that was the the first day of a week-long hunt, so we went home early. He had been saving for a spotting scope and now is the proud owner of Viper HD 20-60x80.

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It all started with the Viper PST I bought used from a good friend. It then turned into a Venom RDS, then Viper RDS, then a Crossfire II. I had always wanted a solid set of binos but was afraid to pull the trigger. I ended up picking up some Viper HD 12x50's even though I heard they might be a little more unstable while holding. These setup great. Clarity is awesome. Really happy. I also decided that if im going to pick up a higher end of binos, to sink my teeth into a decent spotting scope. Of which I decided on the diamondback. Super happy with all my Vortex optics. Still waiting for a zoom lever for my Crossfire II though! Gives me piece of mind to know that if anything happens the VIP warranty is there.

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I've owned this binocular for 3 years now and I'm not sure how I ever lived without them. I owned the diamondback 12x50 before the viper HD 12x50 and I had no idea what my eyes were missing out on. I don't guide hunters but diy hunt in the west so my glass is important all summer and fall. They are tested constantly on ruggedness. I also use them to watch cows calve and I can see their tag numbers the glass is so clear. For the price you are getting some amazing glass and an amazing warranty. I use them on and off the tripod as well.

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Over the years I have had dozens of binoculars. I kept hearing good things about vortex, so I decided to bite the bullet and buy some viper hd's. I can say during hunting season I was able to see more deer hiding in the brush, not only could I see them I could actually tell how many points they were before anyone took a shot. I love my bino's now. I push the product even when other hunters happen by, they can't believe how great they are. Great product and hope to get your rifle scopes on all my rifles soon. Thanks to the vortex team.

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I had the diamondback and upgraded to the viper HD's. What a jump at first I didn't notice the difference but after glassing for hours on end the difference is noticeable. The eye fatigue was noticeably less then with the diamondback. Great glass great warranty and a great price

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Where are the Viper 12x50;s made?

where are these made? China or Japan?

i am looking at the Vortex Viper Hd 12x50 and the Viper hd 10x50. what are the differences?