sdl_1997
sdl_1997 Aug. 12, 2024, 3:02 p.m.

What are the best binoculars for survival in a shtf scenario?

Hey preppers, Overhauling my bug-out bag and noticed my old Gosky binos are toast. They were fine for casual use, but now I need recs for solid survival binoculars. Looking for something compact but powerful, waterproof, tough as nails, and decent when the sun goes down.

Any of you actually field-tested good ones? What's held up for you in the wild - surviving drops, rain, extreme temperatures? Interested in experiences using them for wildlife spotting and terrain scouting.

Appreciate specific models and personal insights. What's proven reliable for you out there? Thanks for the help, folks!

deman123
deman123 Aug. 12, 2024, 10:37 p.m.

Yo, check out the Vortex Optics Diamondback HD 10x42. Had mine for a couple years now, been through hell and back. Waterproof, fogproof, and the image quality is insane for the price.

Seabreathe
Seabreathe Aug. 13, 2024, 12:08 a.m.

Vortex is good, but maybe overkill for a survival kit? sdl_1997 might want to check out the nikon trailblazer 8x25. Lightweight, compact - perfect for the best survival binoculars setup.

dghdghd
dghdghd Aug. 13, 2024, 2:21 p.m.

Binoculars are overrated for survival. Learn to use the mark 1 eyeball, save the weight for something useful.