Thanks everybody for the input/opinions. Shrapnel - I was hoping for such an experienced/detailed comparison, but didn't think I'd get it - Thanks. I really appreciate the time you took to jot all that down.
I found out yesterday I won a pair of new Swaro EL 10X42s from the B&C club (didn't even know I was in any kind of contest until they sent me an email).
What to do? I might just have to keep these ELs as I've used them before and they are terrific.
Once I used a LRF/Bino combo, there was no going back. I don't think I've taken my old LRF 1200 out of it's case since using a combo unit.
For the type of hunting I do, the ability to spot, range, and decide on a shot in one motion makes the combo well worth it. No dinking around trying to find the LRF buried in my coat when I should be shooting.
The concept of a LRF/bino combo is KISS simple. Carrying fewer pieces of junk strapped to my body is always a plus.
