{"id":244,"date":"2017-05-31T04:42:31","date_gmt":"2017-05-31T04:42:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tma65.com\/blog\/?p=244"},"modified":"2026-05-21T11:37:54","modified_gmt":"2026-05-21T11:37:54","slug":"why-spend-money-on-a-binocular","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/why-spend-money-on-a-binocular\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Spend Money On a Binocular"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\"><div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p><span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/why-spend-money-on-a-binocular\/#Why_Spend_Money_On_a_Binocular\" >Why Spend Money On a Binocular<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/why-spend-money-on-a-binocular\/#Its_Not_Safe_Why_Spend_Money_On_a_Binocular\" >It\u2019s Not Safe: Why Spend Money On a Binocular<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/why-spend-money-on-a-binocular\/#Scouting\" >Scouting<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/why-spend-money-on-a-binocular\/#Game_Identity\" >Game Identity<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div><h2 style=\"text-align: justify\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Spend_Money_On_a_Binocular\"><\/span>Why Spend Money On a Binocular<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-align: justify\">Why Spend Money On a <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/the-best-air-rifle-scopes\/\">Binocular<\/a>. Why spend the money on a <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.tractoptics.com\/jls-deer-hunting-gear\/\" title=\"JL\u2019s Deer Hunting Gear\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1269\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">binocular when I have a great riflescope<\/a>? is a common question we hear over and over. It\u2019s hard to believe that each year in <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" title=\"hunting\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"984\">hunting<\/a> camps across North America, we meet hunters who go afield without one. These same hunters who spend ghastly amounts of money on custom rifles, long-range scopes, technical clothing, etc., won\u2019t pay for what we consider the most important component of hunting gear: a <a title=\"binoculars\" href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/blog\/tag\/binoculars\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">binocular<\/a>.<\/p><p>&nbsp;<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\"><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\"><\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-align: justify\">And so the excuses go: too much to carry, cost too much, I only <a title=\"hunting\" href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/blog\/category\/hunting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hunt<\/a> one week a year, my furthest shot is no more than 100 yards, I\u2019d rather spend my money on a better gun and scope because that\u2019s what\u2019s actually going to get the job done. Many <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.tractoptics.com\/the-phases-of-a-deer-hunter\/\" title=\"The Phases of a Deer Hunter\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1216\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hunters still think that a binocular<\/a> is like \u201ctits on a bull\u201d to the final outcome of a harvest. So, why spend more than $100 for one?<\/p><p>&nbsp;<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\"><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\"><\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-align: justify\">There have been plenty of <a title=\"Binoculars for Turkey Hunting\" href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/blog\/binoculars-for-turkey-hunting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hunts that we\u2019ve never even touched the binocular<\/a>. I remember one time in Iowa when I\u2019d just got settled in my stand and out walked Mr. Big. My heart was beating out of control. I picked up my muzzleloader, dialed in the <a title=\"30mm Versus 1-inch Scope Tubes\" href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/blog\/30mm-versus-1-inch-scope-tubes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">scope<\/a> and boom. But <a title=\"Avoiding Ticks While Hunting\" href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/blog\/avoiding-ticks-while-hunting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hunts<\/a> rarely unfold that way. The following are a few key advantages as to why you should never head into the field without a binocular.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\"><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\"><\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-align: justify\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Its_Not_Safe_Why_Spend_Money_On_a_Binocular\"><\/span>It\u2019s Not Safe: Why Spend Money On a Binocular<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p style=\"text-align: justify\"><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\"><\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-align: justify\">First and foremost, <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/the-ultimate-glassing-terrain-glossary\/\">glassing<\/a> is not practical or safe with a <a title=\"How to Box Test your Riflescope\" href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/blog\/how-to-box-test-your-riflescope\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">riflescope<\/a>. Pointing a loaded firearm in any direction that you\u2019re not intending to <a title=\"Shooting a 22LR Rifle in a Whole New Way\" href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/blog\/shooting-22lr-rifle-in-a-whole-new-way\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">shoot<\/a> is never recommended. You always want to use a binocular to identify your target first before shouldering your <a title=\"TRACT TORIC 2.5-15\u00d744 Review\" href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/blog\/tract-toric-2-5-15x44-review1\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a>.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\"><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\"><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-align: justify\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Scouting\"><\/span>Scouting<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p style=\"text-align: justify\"><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\"><\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-align: justify\">There\u2019s no better way to scout than with your binocular. Whether you\u2019re planning to <a title=\"Elk Hunting Techniques for Open Range Hunts\" href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/blog\/elk-hunting-techniques-for-open-range-hunts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hunt elk<\/a> in the Rockies or mule deer in the Midwest, first find a suitable glassing spot on a topographical map that will give you a 360-degree view, especially if it\u2019s your first time hunting the area. This will allow you to get full use of your binocular as well as keep you out of the animals living quarters. Once you pick your glassing position, find the quickest route to get there without disturbing the <a title=\"Best Places to See Wildlife in the USA This Summer\" href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/blog\/best-places-to-see-wildlife-in-the-usa-this-summer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">wildlife<\/a>. \u00a0<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\"><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\"><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-align: justify\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Game_Identity\"><\/span>Game Identity<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p style=\"text-align: justify\"><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\"><\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-align: justify\">Whether you\u2019re looking over vast amounts of prairie or 100 yards of tag alder swamp, the best way to spot deer is by slowly glassing small chunks of territory. Old bucks don\u2019t typically walk around in the open during daylight hours, which is why it\u2019s important to take your time. Study small areas for 30 seconds to a minute while looking for antler flashes, tail flicks or ear twitches. After you\u2019ve taken a close look, glance the periphery and pick out another little patch to inspect.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\"><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\"><\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image\" style=\"text-align: justify\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-245\" src=\"https:\/\/tma65.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/inner45-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><figcaption><em>Binoculars are a major advantage, especially when <a title=\"The Growing Popularity of the 6.5 Creedmoor Rifle Round\" href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/blog\/the-growing-popularity-of-the-6-5-creedmoor-rifle-round\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hunting<\/a> the vast landscapes out west.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><p style=\"text-align: justify\"><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\"><\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-align: justify\">One of the best ways to spot bedded down deer is to look for horizontal lines. Trees, brush and grass grow vertically and the back and belly of a deer will stand out against the vertical lines. Once you learn to find deer in this fashion, they will start to look like they are wearing blaze orange.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">Glassing also allows you to better judge animals at a distance and determine whether to pursue them, thus saving loads of energy and time. You can also observe other hunters and know when to move to the next ridge. When you look, move only your eyes, not your head or the binocular. I do this by reading each field or mountainside as I would a book, from left to right, top to bottom. Then I move the binocular to the next &#8220;page.&#8221;<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\"><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify\"><\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-align: justify\">With quality <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/binoculars\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" title=\"binoculars\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"985\">binoculars<\/a>, it\u2019s easy to think of the area ahead of you as a big puzzle, and you are going to scan it and closely look at how the pieces go together. Be certain to stop and peer into brush or downfalls, because those are areas where big animals prefer to hide. Keep your binoculars focused and set for your eyes so you can comfortably scan near and far. And remember, you can\u2019t shoot what you can\u2019t see. That\u2019s why we believe a binocular is the most important piece of equipment in the <a title=\"30mm vs 1 Inch Rifle Scope\" href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/blog\/30mm-vs-1-inch-rifle-scope\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hunter\u2019s<\/a> kit.<\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why Spend Money On a Binocular | TRACT design and engineer performance-grade optics without the added retail costs.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":12247,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2252,2254,1],"tags":[2396,2399,2401,2404,2407,2413,2414,2416,2419,2422,2423,2424,2425,3340],"class_list":["post-244","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-binoculars","category-binoculars-for-hunting","category-uncategorized","tag-best-bino-tripod-for-hunting","tag-best-binocular-reviews","tag-best-binoculars-canada","tag-best-binoculars-for-distance","tag-best-binoculars-for-long-distance","tag-best-budget-spotting-scope-for-hunting","tag-best-buy-binoculars","tag-best-cheap-spotting-scope","tag-best-custom-hoodie-website","tag-best-hunting-binoculars-canada","tag-best-hunting-rangefinder","tag-best-hunting-scope","tag-best-hunting-scopes","tag-why-spend-money-on-a-binocular"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/244","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=244"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/244\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":11532,"href":"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/244\/revisions\/11532"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/12247"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=244"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=244"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=244"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}